Sous Chef

Sous Chef – Dual Site Role | York City Centre
Full-Time | £35,000 - £37,000 per year + Benefits

The Opportunity

Two acclaimed city centre restaurants in York are seeking an experienced or aspiring Sous Chef to join their senior kitchen team. Operated by a renowned hospitality group with Michelin-star credentials, these venues are known for their commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients and exceptional food across multiple dining formats.

This is a unique opportunity to work across two dynamic kitchens, supporting the Head Chefs and Executive Chef in delivering high-quality, creative dishes in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior chefs across both restaurants, stepping in to cover leadership duties when required.
• Direct food preparation and ensure consistent quality and presentation.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu development and kitchen strategy.
• Supervise and motivate kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive team culture.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, and supplier management.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards in line with regulations.
• Contribute to the smooth running of daily kitchen operations.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience working in a busy, fresh-produce kitchen.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on quality and consistency.
• Passionate about seasonal cooking and local sourcing.
• Culinary qualifications and food safety certification are desirable.

Pineapple Recruitment is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.