Sous Chef - Blackburn

JW Lees have continued with their expansion and are delighted to have acquired the “Boddington Arms” in the Village of Samlesbury, Blackburn. The pub now will be re-opened as the “Bluebird Inn” after the stunning refurbishment has taken place, offering the surrounding areas an Inn to be proud off. The Recruitment for all Team Members is now underway and if you would like to work for an Independent Family Brewery, who have been brewing award winning Ales for 190 years, a company with family values who offer a competitive salary, great benefits and the opportunity for personal progression and development, then apply today to our exciting advertised positions.

JW Lees has an exciting opportunity for a Sous Chef to join the growing team. We’re going further to brew great times. Want to be part of it?

It all started for us in 1828 and although we brew some delicious beers and run some magnificent pubs we know it would be nothing without great people. As a Sous Chef you’ll get the chance to shine, contribute to our success each and every day and our team will give you their full support to help you to rise to the top.

With barrels of personality and enthusiasm by the gallon, you’ll be an expert in communication and know how to work well as part of a team. Leading by example, your work ethic will set the bar high and you’ll be as interesting and exciting as our award winning ales.  Ideally a professional in your field or one in the making, you’ll remain super cool under pressure and have a passion for setting and delivering outstanding and memorable customer experiences.

No two days will be the same when you are working as Sous Chef. You will be assisting the Head Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen and will be responsible for the running of the kitchen in their absence. You’ll know the menu inside out and will constantly be thinking of new ideas and ingredients for our fresh, daily specials. As a Sous Chef you will be helping in the motivating and training of the team so one day they can step up to the (hot) plate. It’s not just all pub grub and sauces, don’t forget you’ll be learning how to set accurate GPs to ensure profit maximisation and problem minimisation. You are a key ingredient in JW Lees success and therefore in return for your commitment and hard work, we offer you the opportunity to join our Chef’s Academy, where you will receive industry leading training to rise to the top.

Our six values run through everything we do and we’ll expect that you are…

Proud: Proud of JW Lees, Our people, Our pubs, our beers and our food.

Savvy: Understands what matters, plugged in to the world and never afraid to admit when we’ve made a mistake. 

Honest: We’ll always do what we say and always be straight with each other.

Passionate: You’ve got to love what you do, otherwise you shouldn’t be doing it.

Personal: Giving the personal time and attention to every customer and team member, no-ones a number here!

Together: True team spirit, no one-upmanship, in it together for the long term, helping all to succeed. 

As a key member of the JW Lees family we will promise you a competitive package, fantastic team environment and supported development opportunities throughout your career.

Are you the Sous Chef extraordinaire we’re looking for? If so, we’d love to hear from you.