Sous Chef - York

GuestHouse Hotels; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique restaurant group in York is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join their passionate kitchen team. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for leading a high-quality kitchen, mentoring junior staff, and helping to shape the menu with seasonal, bold, and locally inspired ideas. The ideal candidate will have experience in a senior kitchen role and a passion for food and leadership. Enjoy working in a stylish restaurant with a close-knit team that values your creativity. Competitive pay and excellent benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Extra holiday for your birthday

Paid breaks

Team room with snacks

Discount for dining at hotels/restaurants/spas

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior kitchen role.
• Passionate about food and leading a team.
• Ability to maintain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead a fast-paced kitchen and support the Head Chef.
• Mentor junior chefs and maintain high standards.
• Shape the menu with bold, seasonal ideas.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Creativity

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Sous Chef - York Pearly Cow York is now on the lookout for our next Sous Chef Are you the kind of chef who knows their ribeye from their rump, can sear scallops like a sea god, and believes b arnaise is a love language? Then we want you on our line. Pearly Cow is an independent collection of grill restaurants in York, Margate and Brighton, were we serve up the most indulgent cuts of meat and the freshest fish in gorgeous settings, where you'll feel right at home. Our kitchen is fast-paced, passionate, and just a little bit fiery (in the best way). This is a full time permanent role (45 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Support our Head Chef in leading a fast-paced, high-quality kitchen
• Take charge of service, keeping things smooth, sharp, and sizzling
• Mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff - because great food starts with great people
• Help shape the menu with seasonal, bold, and locally inspired ideas
• Maintain top-tier hygiene, organisation, and calm under pressure (even when the grill's on fire - metaphorically)

Qualifications

• A sharp knife and even sharper skills
• A skilled chef with experience in a senior kitchen role
• Passionate about food, flavours, and leading by example
• Calm, confident, and ready to take the reins when needed
• Looking for a role where your creativity and leadership are truly valued
• A sense of humour and a love for York's history and culture.

If your aspiration is to work for a company that understands you and trusts your instincts when it comes to hospitality and you've been looking for this kind of role for a while. Guess what, we've been looking for you too!

What’s in it for you

• Work in a stylish, intimate restaurant that feels more like a home than a collection of restaurants.
• Be part of a small, close-knit team where your ideas matter.
• Competitive pay, and plenty of guest-powered stories.
• An extra holiday day for your birthday.
• No split shifts
• All breaks are paid.
• Our team have their own team room - with their own pantry full of food, to use whenever they like. Grab a snack! Plus, get a free meal on shift.
• You can stay/dine with your family and friends in any of our hotels/restaurants/spas at a great discount.

If you're ready to cook in a city steeped in history - and help shape the future of our kitchen - apply now. York's got the walls, we've got the steaks. Let's build something brilliant together.