Sous Chef

The Carpenters Arms, a new food-led brew pub by Heathen Soul Brewery, blends craft brewing with traditional pub warmth in the Tamar Valley. We're building something a little different here. Rooted in the Tamar Valley, we're connecting directly with small-scale growers, foragers and producers to create a 'soil-to-table' experience. We are looking for chefs who see food as a craft, not a commodity - someone who thrives in a collaborative kitchen, where the team eats together, experiments with new ideas and gets out into the wild to forage, taste and learn. This is a place to slow down and build something real with like-minded people.

The Role

Support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, seasonal menus made from scratch. You'll help lead the day-to-day running of the kitchen, maintain high hygiene and HACCP standards and play a key role in developing a positive, well-organised kitchen culture. You'll also contribute ideas for specials, mentor junior staff and work closely with local growers and suppliers.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a senior kitchen position (Sous or strong CDP level)
• Background in high-quality, scratch-cooking kitchens
• Good organisational skills
• Passion for sustainability, seasonality and provenance
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen management systems
• A collaborative mindset and interest in continual learning
• Comfortable working with fresh, local and foraged ingredients

What We Offer

• A progressive kitchen with space to contribute and grow
• A healthy work-life balance with fair tronc/tips shared across the team
• A supportive team environment with a strong community focus
• Opportunities to develop skills, explore new ideas and join staff trips
• Competitive salary of £30K-£34K, depending on experience