Oak Barn Restaurant jobs in Burgess Hill

Senior Sous Chef – Up to £50K Package

Fresh, Seasonal, Rosette‑Standard Kitchen Mid Sussex

2.5 Days Off Weekly 3 Evenings Off 9.15pm Finish Times

The Oak Barn Restaurant – Mid Sussex - www.oakbarnrestaurant.co.uk

Ready to Lead One of Sussex’s Best?

The Oak Barn Restaurant is one of Sussex’s best independent restaurants — a busy 150‑cover venue serving modern British cuisine with fresh, seasonal produce. We’re looking for a Senior Sous Chef who wants progression, creativity and a genuinely better work–life balance.

Why Join Us

· Up to £50K package

· Weekly tips & bonuses (average +£6,000 annually)

· 2.5 days off weekly

· 3 evenings off every week

· Approx. 9.15pm finish times

· 4.5 days over 7 (mix of splits & straights)

· Family‑run, supportive team

· Creative input into menus, specials & events

· Fresh, seasonal, Rosette‑standard cooking environment

Your Role

You’ll work closely with our Head Chef to lead a brigade of 9 chefs, bringing creativity, consistency and calm leadership. This is a hands-on role where you’ll shape menus, inspire the team and help deliver exceptional food every service

Key Responsibilities

ü Lead & mentor a 9‑chef brigade

· Create seasonal menus & daily specials

· Oversee weddings, events & buffets

· Maintain high standards of quality & presentation

· Manage ordering, stock, GP & cost control

· Support rota planning, recipe manuals & training

· Ensure excellent hygiene & kitchen organisation

· Work closely with FOH to deliver a seamless service

The Ideal Candidate

· Proven Senior Sous Chef experience in quality restaurants or gastropubs

· Strong background in fresh‑produce kitchens

· Creative, organised & calm under pressure

· Confident leader with excellent communication

· Solid GP, budgeting & waste‑control knowledge

· Own transport essential (no accommodation provided)

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join one of Sussex’s best independent restaurants, apply today.

*On rare occasions, such as specific days or weeks of the year, or when necessary, work hours, shift coverage, pay, & schedules may change.

Pay: Up to £50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Do you have your Own Vehicle to travel to the Oak Barn Restaurant & Bar located in

Burgess Hill? (as there is no public transport nearby)

• How far away do you live from The Oak Barn Restaurant (RH15 8RE)?
• How many years of experience do you have prepping & cooking fresh food?

Work Location: In person