Jobs, fresher vacancy - Sous Chef • Hertfordshire

Company: Knekt Hub

Hertfordshire

Sous Chef – 2 AA Rosette Gastro Pub | Package up to £44,000 + Live-In Location: Letchworth, Hertfordshire (6 minutes from Letchworth train station) Salary & Package: £37,000–£38,000 base + tronc (£4,000–£6,000 per year) = Package up to £44,000 Accommodation: Live-in available (£62.50/week, freshly renovated double room with new furniture & housekeeping) Accolades: 2 AA Rosettes • Michelin Guide listed • 5 Star EHO • AA Breakfast Award • Pushing for a Bib Gourmand The Opportunity We’re looking for a talented Sous Chef to join the team at a prestigious award-winning gastro pub with eight bespoke bedrooms, a stylish bar, and a highly regarded restaurant. Recognised with 2 AA Rosettes, featured in the Michelin Guide, and proudly holding a 5 Star EHO rating, the pub is now pushing towards a Bib Gourmand. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a kitchen that cooks 90% of everything in-house, with a calm and supportive Head Chef who believes in training, teamwork, and learning from mistakes. The environment is professional yet comfortable, offering the chance to thrive in a kitchen where development is valued as highly as consistency. Your Role as Sous Chef Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen and daily operations Deliver exceptional food quality and presentation across all sections Mentor and develop junior chefs, creating a culture of learning and growth Contribute to seasonal menu development and specials, with input into creative ideas Manage ordering, suppliers, stock, and kitchen organisation Ensure food safety and hygiene standards remain at the highest level Lead by example, setting the tone for teamwork, calmness, and consistency What We’re Looking For Previous experience as a Sous Chef or ambitious Junior Sous ready to step up Strong understanding of fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced produce Passion for creativity in the kitchen, with precision and consistency Calm, positive, and professional under pressure A true team player who supports colleagues and drives standards forward Why Join Us? Package up to £44,000 (base + tronc) Live-in accommodation available (£62.50/week, fully serviced) Training and development schemes, with courses in areas such as chocolate, butchery, and wine Supplier trips and foraging days, offering hands-on learning experiences Generous staff discounts across the group (food, beverage, and stays) Cycle-to-work scheme 30 days holiday (increasing with service) Free meals on duty Supportive culture with a calm, approachable Head Chef and a team where mistakes are seen as opportunities to grow Apply Now If you’re a Sous Chef looking to join an award-winning kitchen that combines accolades with a supportive culture and genuine learning opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV to Jonny at jonny@knekthub.com or call 0161 528 5555.