Sous Chef, Permanent Contract (Wenvoe, Vale of Glamorgan)

Sous Chef – Pugh’s Garden Village, Wenvoe

Location: Pugh’s Garden Village, Wenvoe
Hours: Full-time, shift pattern over 7 days (Monday–Sunday) occasional late night during peak season.
Salary: From £13.87 per hour (£27,046.50 per annum), paid monthly

About the Role

We are looking for a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our busy kitchen team at Pugh’s Garden Village, Wenvoe. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help lead the kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and service are consistently delivered. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef looking to progress within a growing and supportive business.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations
Lead and motivate the kitchen team during service
Ensure consistently high standards of food preparation and presentation
Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
Assist with menu development and seasonal offerings
Support stock control, ordering, and waste management
Step up to run the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence

About You

Previous experience as a Sous Chef or experienced Chef de Partie
Passion for fresh food and quality ingredients
Strong leadership and team management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Good organisational and communication skills
Flexible and reliable, able to work weekends and shift patterns

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience
Opportunity for career progression within a growing company
A collaborative and supportive working environment
Staff discounts (20%–50%) and 10% off selected foodhall products
Wide range of training and development opportunities
Pension scheme with NatWest Pensions
Health Assured – Employee health & wellbeing support
Yearly personal development reviews
Yearly uniform allowance
Yearly holiday giveaway and monthly prize draws

Join Our Team

If you’re a committed chef looking to take the next step in your career within a vibrant and growing business, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join the team at Pugh’s Garden Village, Wenvoe!

If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a busy kitchen, and are ready to take the next step in your culinary career, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants please apply to andy@pughsgardencentre.co.uk & dean@pughsgardencentre.co.uk