JOB NEWS: The Beresford Arms Whalton is hiring a Sous Chef in Whalton on a Full-time basis.

Job Overview

Sous Chef
Employer: The Beresford Arms Whalton
Location: Whalton NE61
Job Type: Full-time
Working Pattern: In person

Salary & Benefits

Salary: From £13 an hour, plus competitive tips

Benefits include:

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Discounted or free food
  • On-site parking
  • Generous tips
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Supportive, close-knit kitchen team

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook dishes to a high standard during service
  • Assist senior chefs with food preparation
  • Support stock control
  • Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness
  • Follow health and safety, allergen and hygiene procedures
  • Contribute to a positive kitchen culture
  • Help train junior kitchen team members
  • Support all aspects of kitchen operations when required

Requirements

  • Genuine passion for quality food and ingredients
  • Hardworking and honest attitude
  • Pride in presentation, cleanliness and consistency
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to excellent hygiene and food safety standards
  • Flexibility and adaptability within the kitchen
  • Enthusiasm for learning and progressing within the kitchen brigade
  • Ability to commute independently, as the pub is not accessible by public transport

About The Role

The Beresford Arms in Whalton is recruiting a full-time Sous Chef to join its experienced kitchen team.

The country pub, located a short drive from Morpeth and Ponteland, has been recognised with several regional hospitality awards, including Pub of the Year 2024 at the North East Tourism Awards and B&B and Guest House of the Year 2025.

The successful candidate will help prepare and cook high-quality dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients and local suppliers. The role will also involve supporting senior chefs with preparation and stock control, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and ensuring health, safety, allergen and hygiene standards are followed.

The position offers a starting salary of £13 per hour, plus tips, alongside company pension, employee discounts, discounted or free food and on-site parking.

The Beresford Arms also offers structured training and support for chefs looking to develop their careers. Applicants must be able to commute independently because the pub is not accessible by public transport.

Source

The Beresford Arms Whalton / Indeed

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