Sous Chef

Sous Chef - Lifestyle‑Led Hospitality Opportunity with Accommodation Available in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park Elevated Pub Classics

£16.50ph + c.£5,000 TRONC 45 Hours PW

Ote £43,290

Accommodation available (c£50 per week)

A chance to step into a senior kitchen role in a high‑volume, well‑run family operation offering strong work‑life balance, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to help shape standards and people.

A fast‑paced, quality‑led kitchen serving a varied and loyal audience. Ideal for a strong CDP ready to step up or an experienced Sous Chef seeking a lifestyle‑driven move.

This is a professionally structured fresh-food kitchen led by a settled Head Chef and family owners, operating to consistent standards with a clear focus on training, food quality, and calm, organised service.

The operation is busy and seasonal, with strong volumes split across lunch and dinner services.

The role offers more than service delivery alone. You'll be trusted with real responsibility, encouraged to contribute creatively, and supported to grow your leadership skills while enjoying a genuinely appealing lifestyle.

Why This Role Is Different Strong lifestyle appeal paired with a professionally run kitchen Hands‑on involvement in menu development, GPs, SOPs, and standards A Head Chef who actively invests in training and developing junior talent Seasonal exposure with high‑volume services and clear structure Remuneration: £16.50ph + c.£5,000 TRONC Accommodation: Room available (c£50 per week) Benefits: Evening meal on duty, bar discounts, friends and family discounts on rooms

The Role

Support the leadership and day‑to‑day running of a busy pub kitchen Focus on fresh ingredients and making, wherever possible, everything in-house Maintain consistency, structure, and standards across all services Contribute to menu planning and oversee service on Head Chef days off Train, mentor, and support junior chefs within the brigade Uphold health, safety, and operational best practice About You Positive, dependable, and standards‑driven Confident in high‑volume service and calm under pressure Motivated by training, leadership, and being part of a close‑knit team Ready to embrace responsibility and a rewarding change of pace Flexible Workforce Solutions are acting as the recruiter for this role and not the direct employer. There are no Visa Sponsorship opportunities for this role and you will need to demonstrate your Right to Work in the UK