Sous Chef High-quality Gastro Pub Chelmsford in Chelmsford, East Of England

Chelmsford

permanent, full-time

£45,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

Working in Chelmsford, East Of England

Chelmsford, in Essex, is a vibrant and fast-growing city with a strong economy built around finance, public services, education, and retail. As the county town, it hosts major employers such as local government offices, NHS trusts, and national financial institutions. The city also has a growing tech and business services sector, supported by excellent connectivity via the A12 and regular rail services to London Liverpool Street. Chelmsford’s location makes it a key commuter hub while also supporting a strong local economy with jobs in manufacturing, construction, and logistics. The nearby Anglia Ruskin University drives education and research-related employment. For job seekers, Chelmsford offers varied opportunities across professional, technical, and public sectors. With continued investment in housing, infrastructure, and business space, Chelmsford combines modern career prospects with an appealing lifestyle and easy access to both London and the Essex countryside.

About Hospitality & Catering

Hospitality plays a central role in the UK economy, covering hotels, restaurants, events, and tourism. Careers range from chefs and front-of-house staff to hotel managers and event planners. Employers include independent businesses, large hotel chains, and catering groups. Demand remains high for skilled professionals in customer service and food preparation. Hospitality offers variety, creativity, and people-focused roles, often with flexible working hours and opportunities worldwide. The sector continues to adapt, with sustainability, food innovation, and guest experience shaping future growth.

Sous Chef – High-Quality Gastro Pub – Chelmsford

Salary: £45,000 + overtime for extra shifts

We are working with a standout gastro pub in Chelmsford, known for its refined yet approachable food and a Michelin Bib Gourmand. This is a kitchen that takes pride in quality while keeping the feel of a proper, busy pub.

The site runs strong weekend trade, regularly exceeding 200 covers, alongside a more relaxed and intimate service during the week.

This is a Sous Chef role for someone who wants real responsibility in the kitchen. You will run the pass, lead the team through service, and keep standards high across every shift.

Key responsibilities:

• Run day-to-day kitchen operations
• Lead service from the pass
• Manage, organise, and support the brigade
• Work with the Head Chef and Executive Chef on menu development
• Maintain consistency across high-volume and plated service
• Control prep, stock, and kitchen organisation

What we’re looking for:

• Experienced Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up
• Background in quality gastro pubs or good restaurants
• Experience with fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Confident handling 200+ covers in service
• Strong kitchen leadership and calm decision-making
• A hands-on approach and clear communication style

Good to know

• Bib Gourmand kitchen with a strong reputation
• Input into menus and daily direction
• Mix of high-volume weekends and focused midweek service
• Supportive senior leadership team
• Clear opportunity to take ownership of a kitchen section

If you want a role where you can lead, build standards, and stay close to quality cooking, this is worth a conversation.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for COREcruitment, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by COREcruitment, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.

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