Sous Chef

Hickory's Smokehouse Swindon, England May 11, 2026

Type Full Time
Pay £45,000/year
Work Onsite
Level Senior

Sous Chef focuses on prepare, serve, cook, clean, host, or coordinate service according to the role focus.

What the role involves

  • Prepare, serve, cook, clean, host, or coordinate service according to the role focus.
  • Keep standards, stock, hygiene, customer experience, or kitchen flow consistent during service.

Skills and requirements

  • Experience as a Senior Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
  • Strong knowledge of kitchen financials and health and hygiene legislation.

Confirmed role details

  • A generous Senior Sous Chef package of up to £45,000 per year including Tip Jar!
  • £250k bespoke-built kitchen with USA-imported smokers.
  • Award-winning training & clear progression opportunities.
  • Free team food on shift & a birthday meal on us – Huge BBQ menu with endless possibilities!

Candidate fit

  • pace, food quality, hygiene standards, and reliable teamwork

Additional role context

  • Start the next chapter of your career at Hickory’s Smokehouse, proudly crowned Best Pub Employer 2025 at The Publican Awards.
  • Demonstrating a full understanding and control of all kitchen financials.
  • Passion for food and pride in what you cook.

Known job details

  • Pay: £45,000 per year
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