Sous Chef Sous Chef · The Nel

Livelyhood Venues Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent pub operator is seeking a Sous Chef for their location in Clapham South, Greater London. This role involves preparing high-quality food and supporting the Head Chef. Competitive pay of up to £14.75 per hour, with opportunities for bonuses and career advancement. A commitment to fresh produce and excellent customer service is essential. Flexible shifts and immediate starts are available, alongside multiple employee benefits including discounts and well-being support.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Quarterly bonus opportunity

40% discount on food and drinks

Employee assistance support

Milestone rewards

Access to earnings on demand

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position preferred.
• Able to make the step up into a Sous Chef role.
• Understanding of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maximise dry sales by ensuring quality food leaves the kitchen.
• Comply with food standards and health & safety policies.
• Support the Head Chef with training and menu preparation.
• Order supplies and maintain stock levels.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication in English

Knowledge of Health & Safety

Passion for fresh produce

Strong work ethic

Job description

Sous Chef at The Perky Nel Modern Local Clapham South SW4 9DW

Permanent Full Time/Part Time Sous Chef opportunity. Come and be part of a friendly kitchen team. You\'ll create something fantastic and deliver our fresh food offer to the local neighbourhood.

The focus is on constantly developing yourself and helping create seasonal menu items from the best ingredients (no additives or preservatives in our kitchens!).

Responsibilities

• Maximising dry sales by ensuring only the best food leaves your kitchen
• Comply with food standards and guidelines.
• Compliance with Health & Safety policies & procedures
• Supporting the Head Chef with the training in of new menus to our teams
• Supplier ordering and maintaining correct stock levels

About The Perky Nel, Clapham South

Perky by name and nature, our lively and cheerful venue rounds up all the best bits a neighbourhood pub can offer. Embracing traditional values with a modern attitude, serving satisfying British food and drink from local suppliers and producers.

Our dedicated sports area features giant screens showing all the latest games and our large outdoor terrace has fantastic views out over the Common.

The Perky Nel is located a 2 minute walk from Clapham South tube station – so offers a great commute. The Perky Nel is part of Livelyhood pub group, an established South London based owner, creator, and operator of inviting and independent neighbourhood pubs.

Who are Livelyhood?

Livelyhood is an established, growing London based owner, creator & operator of modern, inviting & independent neighbourhood modern local pubs. Hospitality is in our soul. We are committed. We have fun.

Food is at the heart of what we do. We\'re not “Gastro” as such – but we believe in fresh produce, cooked to order, as tasty as we can make it.

Fast track back of house career progression is a real possibility for those Sous Chefs that want it.

We are proud to have a back of house Apprenticeship Partnership to actively support career development.

We currently have 7 independent pubs in London.

About You

Experience in a similar position preferred or if you are ready to make the step up into a Sous Chef role, we\'d love to hear from you.

Throw in your passion for fresh produce, consistent, flavoursome food, ability to communicate clearly in English, good organisational skills, knowledge of H & S, strong work ethic and you\'ll have us at hello!

Our Sous Chef will support the Head Chef in the delivery of Livelyhood\’s fresh food offering that has our five Lively Ways (values) of Authentic, Daring, People, Lively and Sustainable at its very heart.

What\'s in it for You

• Competitive hourly rates of pay of up to £13.25 - £14.75 per hour depending on your experience
• PLUS additional service/tronc - up to a further £1 - £1.50 an hour delivering OTE of up to £16.25 ph
• Quarterly Sous Chef bonus opportunity of £600 per quarter
• Full and part time Sous Chef opportunities available
• Average full time hours 45 hours. Flexible shifts available
• Genuine career opportunities and the chance to work with an established, growing independent operator
• Immediate starts and a focus on employee well-being, including Mental Health First Aiders and employee assistance support.
• Generous perks like a 40% discount on food and drinks for you and three guests across all of our pubs from day 1.
• Milestone rewards from 6 months onwards and access to up to 35% of your earnings on demand as you want it.
• Regular incentives and recognition including our Lively Loves Awards

And the chance to be part of a great team of people, in a pub to be proud of.

We will be considering applications as they arrive, so please don\'t delay in submitting your application

All applicants will require a UK bank account and proof of their eligibility to work in the UK.