Sous Chef - The Castle Inn

Castle Inn, Castle Combe, Wiltshire
Full Time
£competitive plus fantastic benefits
Closing Date: 21st September 2025

In a Nutshell

We are actively seeking a new Sous Chef to help prepare and cook delicious food for the Castle Inn (awarded South West pub of the Year in The Trenchermans Guide) 

Alongside the Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the food and kitchen operations for the Castle Inn and will lead and inspire the kitchen and service teams with a culture that delivers an amazing guest experience.

Menu development will be an important part of this role with a thorough understanding and passion for food and flavours. A key eye for local and current food trends will be integral to this role.

If this is the kind of opportunity you are looking for - apply now!

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Lots to do but lots of fun

  • In the absence of the Head Chef you will lead and inspire the kitchen and service teams to deliver amazing guest experiences
  • Create original and great tasting seasonal food menus
  • Hold regular inspirational product and skill focussed training sessions for the kitchen and service teams
  • Ensure the kitchens are compliant with Health & Safety regulations and to manage and uphold regular cleaning and kitchen maintenance schedules
  • Work closely with the F&B Manager and Head Chef, marketing and events teams for the effective food operation throughout service and for all events at the bars and restaurants
  • Ensure that systems for stock management are adhered to and that stock levels are maintained in all kitchens with stock rotation taking place
  • Implement and maintain food wastage control within all kitchens
  • Promote the concept of the Brasserie with passion and enthusiasm to all of the team.
  • Have a sound working understanding of all costs and charges relating to food operations and ensuring food cost of sales and GP margins are maintained at budgeted levels
  • Control the operational excellence of a busy and demanding kitchen, ensuring the Standard Operating Procedures for the kitchens are fully understood and followed at all times. 

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