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Take the Next Step in Your Culinary Career The Terminus Tavern is looking for a passionate and ambitious Sous Chef to play a key leadership role within our kitchen team. Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll help drive food quality, support kitchen operations, develop junior team members, and ensure every guest receives an exceptional dining experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced chef ready to take on greater responsibility, influence menu development, and contribute to the success of one of the Isle of Man's most established hospitality venues. The Role As Sous Chef, you will be the Head Chef's right hand, helping to lead the kitchen team and ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, cleanliness and compliance. You will take ownership during service, support the development of the team, and help deliver strong commercial and operational performance. What You'll Be Doing Kitchen Leadership & Team Development • Support the Head Chef in leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team. • Act as a role model, maintaining high standards of professionalism and performance. • Assist with training, coaching and mentoring chefs and kitchen team members. • Help create a positive, supportive and high-performing kitchen culture. • Step into leadership of the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence. Food Quality & Service Excellence • Prepare and deliver menu items to the highest standards of quality, consistency and presentation. • Ensure recipes, portion controls and company specifications are followed at all times. • Lead sections confidently during busy service periods and support smooth kitchen operations. • Maintain exceptional standards of food preparation and plate presentation. • Support menu launches, specials and seasonal food promotions. Kitchen Operations & Commercial Performance • Assist with stock management, ordering, stock takes and supplier deliveries. • Support the management of food costs, wastage, yield and portion control. • Ensure stock is stored, labelled and rotated correctly. • Help identify opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency and profitability. • Monitor and report any operational issues to the Head Chef. Compliance & Food Safety • Support the delivery of outstanding food safety, hygiene and allergen management standards. • Complete daily food safety checks and ensure documentation is maintained accurately. • Ensure compliance with company procedures, legislation and environmental health requirements. • Promote safe working practices and maintain COSHH compliance. • Help the kitchen maintain the highest hygiene standards at all times. Menu Development & Innovation • Contribute ideas for specials, seasonal dishes and menu improvements. • Support the implementation of new menu items and food initiatives. • Work closely with the Head Chef to continually enhance the guest dining experience. • Share knowledge and inspire creativity within the kitchen team. Skills & Experience Essential • Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie or experienced chef within a quality food-led kitchen. • Level 2 Food Safety Certificate. (this can be trained in house) • Strong knowledge of fresh food preparation and service. • Experience supervising or supporting junior team members. • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to remain calm and effective during busy service periods. • Good understanding of food safety, allergen management and kitchen compliance requirements. Desirable • Professional cookery qualifications or equivalent experience. • Experience working within a high-volume pub or restaurant environment. • Knowledge of GP control, stock management and waste reduction. • Experience contributing to menu development and specials. • Understanding of ordering, stock control and kitchen labour management. Personal Attributes We're looking for someone who: • Has a genuine passion for food and hospitality. • Leads by example and inspires confidence within the team. • Is organised, reliable and takes pride in their work. • Thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment. • Has excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality. • Enjoys coaching and supporting others to succeed. • Is proactive, positive and eager to develop their career further. Reporting Structure The Sous Chef reports directly to the Head Chef and supports them in delivering exceptional food quality, operational excellence, compliance and team development. The role plays a key part in driving kitchen performance and ensuring the Terminus Tavern continues to deliver an outstanding dining experience for every guest. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to take on a senior kitchen leadership role, work alongside an experienced team, influence the food offer, and develop your career within a respected hospitality business. You'll have the chance to make a real impact while helping shape the future success of the Terminus Tavern.