Sous Chef Job

  • East of England
  • £18 /hr

Sous Chef Job

Sous Chef – Fresh Food Café Kitchen

Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire, UK
Contract Type: Temporary / Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour

About the Role:

We are advertising on behalf of a busy, family-run coffee shop in Hatfield seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their kitchen team immediately.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled chef looking for excellent work-life balance, with daytime-only shifts and no weekend work. You will be working in a fast-paced kitchen, supporting the Head Chef in delivering high-quality breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen

  • Preparing and cooking fresh breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes

  • Ensuring food is prepared and presented to a high standard

  • Supporting smooth kitchen service during busy periods

  • Maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and hygiene standards

  • Assisting with stock control and kitchen prep

  • Supporting junior team members and kitchen porter as required

Menu Includes:

  • Breakfast dishes

  • Brunch favourites

  • Eggs, bacon & sausages

  • Omelettes

  • Jacket potatoes & salads

  • Burgers & pizzas

  • Chicken strips & chips

  • Pancakes & sandwiches

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up

  • Experience working in a busy fresh food kitchen

  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Good organisational skills and attention to detail

  • Reliable, hardworking, and able to start immediately

What’s on Offer:

  • £18.00 per hour, paid weekly

  • Monday to Friday only

  • Daytime shifts (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)

  • Excellent work-life balance with no evening or weekend shifts

  • Immediate start available

  • Temporary to permanent opportunity for the right candidate

  • Friendly and supportive working environment

  • Opportunity to join a well-established family-run business

How to Apply:

If you’re an experienced Sous Chef looking for your next opportunity and available to start immediately, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to secure this fantastic role.

 

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