The Salisbury Arms Hotel is set in an iconic 18th-century building in the centre of the historic town of Hertford, this traditional hotel has undergone a transformational refurbishment. Our award-winning designers have restored the listed building to its original beauty, with an addition of a stunning garden terrace for alfresco drinking and dining all year round, a private dining room and incredible period features. All accompanied by locally sourced menus, premium wines and of course, our locally brewed beers.

If your ambition is to build a career in a long established, successful family run business, where guests come first and quality is paramount, come and join us as a Sous Chef. We’re independent, so believe in investing in the future and we love home-grown talent. We treat all our people like part of the family – you’ll be respected, trained, coached and encouraged to grow in confidence, to achieve more than you thought you were capable of.

Sous Chef

So, if you’re as passionate as we are about beer and food, love people, enjoy making their day and thrive in a busy environment that’s the hub of the community then you could be our next Sous Chef. We can offer you…

A competitive salary
An achievable bonus scheme
Contracted 45 hours a week
Shift flexibility
Great live in accommodation - if required
Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay
A share of gratuities
60% discounted meals when you are working
25% discount on food and 20% off drinks for you and your friends on your day off
Fantastic training and career development through McMullen’s GROW Programme if you wish to progress
A step into a progressive Company who treat people as a name, not a number
Full chef uniform

Key Responsibilities of a Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager

Delivering the food concept to company standard and exceeding guest expectations
All aspects of food stock control including ordering, deliveries, stock taking and control of wastage
Supporting the Head Chef in the smooth running of the kitchen and deputising in their absence
Training and developing the kitchen team so that they can reach their potential
All aspects of Food Safety and Health & Safety compliance in accordance with the law and company policy

Previous experience of working within a busy kitchen is essential. You must be keen to develop, willing to take on responsibility and remain calm under pressure.

£32,267 - £33,265 per annum includes £2,340 service charge (based on service charge paid out 1/10/23 -31-12/23)

Live in deduction £3,993 per annum

Sous Chef Live in Available