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Sous Chef
Location: Crown Hotel, Boston Spa
Type: Full Time
Experience: 2 Years Experience
Salary: £13 - £15 / Hour
Open - 7 days left ( Exp. on Fri, 16 Oct 2026 )
Description
Join our team at The Crown Hotel, Boston Spa. We’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Head Chef in a supportive, creative, and ambitious kitchen. We believe in high standards without the shouting—our kitchen is a calm, respectful place where chefs can do their best work.
You’ll help deliver a seasonal food offering built around quality local and regional Yorkshire produce, while playing an active role in developing the team, improving the operation, and shaping future menus. Whether you’re an established Sous Chef or an experienced Chef de Partie ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.
About the role
As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen and help ensure every service is efficient, consistent, and enjoyable for both the team and our guests. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading, training, motivating, and inspiring the kitchen team.
- Supporting the Head Chef with recruitment and staff development.
- Helping to maintain consistently high food quality and presentation standards.
- Assisting with seasonal menu development and bringing new ideas to the table.
- Overseeing food preparation and service.
- Managing food ordering, stock control, and waste reduction.
- Building positive relationships with suppliers.
- Supporting the kitchen’s financial performance and helping to control costs.
- Ensuring all operational, food safety, and health and hygiene standards are met.
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen.
- Acting as a positive role model and creating a respectful working environment.
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What we’re looking for
You’ll ideally have:
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef, or as a Chef de Partie ready to progress.
- Confidence leading and supporting a kitchen team.
- A genuine passion for hospitality and seasonal, quality-led food.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Good knowledge of food safety, allergens, and hygiene procedures.
- Experience with ordering, stock control, and cost management.
- The ability to communicate clearly and calmly during busy services.
- A positive, reliable, and hands-on approach.
- The ambition to develop your own skills and help others develop theirs.
Most importantly, you’ll care about the food, the guests, and the people you work with.
About The Crown Hotel
The Crown Hotel at Boston Spa is a Grade II-listed renovation by Further Afield Pubs, the team behind the successful transformation of The Beck & Call. Our contemporary country pub combines the atmosphere of a traditional English pub with a modern dining experience. The restaurant, housed in The Stables conservatory, overlooks a beautiful landscaped garden and offers a distinctive setting for guests and colleagues alike.
Our seasonal menu showcases produce from local and regional Yorkshire suppliers, including prime meat cuts and fresh fish. Our offering includes dishes such as beer-battered haddock and chips, imaginative salads, freshly made pizzas, and a traditional Sunday roast with proper gravy and all the trimmings. We are committed to creating food that is generous, well prepared, and full of flavour.
Why work for us?
- 33% off food and drinks at any company venue for you and up to 3 friends - any day, any time
- Free CODE app staff membership with loads of discounts on pubs, bars & gyms
- Free counselling through our 24/7 employee helpline provided by Able Futures
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Apprenticeship Opportunities
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Our working environment
We want our kitchens to be places where people can learn, contribute, and enjoy their work. You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, develop your skills, and take pride in what you produce. We operate a respectful, no-shouting kitchen culture and believe that strong leadership, good communication, and teamwork are essential to a successful service.
The Process
- Click the ‘Apply Now’ button.
- Fill in the details and attach your CV.
- We’ll contact you to invite you to come in and have a chat with the senior team.
- We’ll then invite you to do a trial and meet more of the team - need to see if the chemistry is there.
- All going well, you’ll be welcomed into the team!
Rose Fifteen Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of sex, religion or philosophical belief, political opinion, race, age, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, disability, or any other characteristic.
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Skills: Training, Experience, Staff Scheduling, Menu Development, Microsoft Office, Fast-Paced Experience, Food Safety
Location: 128 High Street, Boston Spa, Wetherby, LS23 6BW, United Kingdom
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