We’re looking for a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join our kitchen team 

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled chef who’s ready to take on a leadership role, support the Head Chef, and help shape a kitchen known for consistency, creativity, and teamwork.

If you want ownership, influence, and a role that respects your craft, you’re in the right place.

Set in the picturesque Chess Valley, The Bricklayers Arms is a Grade II listed, 18th-century gastropub renowned for its charm and culinary excellence. With its ivy-clad exterior, rustic low-beamed ceilings, and roaring log fires, the pub offers a quintessentially English countryside experience.

Celebrated for its award-winning cuisine, the AA rosette pub has been honoured multiple times as Hertfordshire’s "County Dining Pub of the Year" by The Good Pub Guide. Under the leadership of the Head Chef, the kitchen crafts seasonal dishes that blend traditional British flavours with modern flair, complemented by an extensive wine list and a selection of fine ales.

The Bricklayers Arms is more than just a dining destination; it's a community hub that hosts regular events, including monthly dog walks and seasonal gatherings. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for both guests and staff. 

The job in a nutshell

• • Work alongside the Head Chef to manage daily kitchen operations

  • Lead and motivate the brigade, ensuring smooth and efficient service

  • Maintain high standards of food presentation, consistency, and hygiene

  • Contribute to menu development using fresh, seasonal ingredients

  • Train junior staff and uphold a culture of respect, safety, and excellence

  • Manage ordering, stock control, and kitchen admin when required

We’re looking for a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join our kitchen team 

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled chef who’s ready to take on a leadership role, support the Head Chef, and help shape a kitchen known for consistency, creativity, and teamwork.

If you want ownership, influence, and a role that respects your craft, you’re in the right place.

Set in the picturesque Chess Valley, The Bricklayers Arms is a Grade II listed, 18th-century gastropub renowned for its charm and culinary excellence. With its ivy-clad exterior, rustic low-beamed ceilings, and roaring log fires, the pub offers a quintessentially English countryside experience.

Celebrated for its award-winning cuisine, the AA rosette pub has been honoured multiple times as Hertfordshire’s "County Dining Pub of the Year" by The Good Pub Guide. Under the leadership of the Head Chef, the kitchen crafts seasonal dishes that blend traditional British flavours with modern flair, complemented by an extensive wine list and a selection of fine ales.

The Bricklayers Arms is more than just a dining destination; it's a community hub that hosts regular events, including monthly dog walks and seasonal gatherings. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for both guests and staff. 

The job in a nutshell

• • Work alongside the Head Chef to manage daily kitchen operations

  • Lead and motivate the brigade, ensuring smooth and efficient service

  • Maintain high standards of food presentation, consistency, and hygiene

  • Contribute to menu development using fresh, seasonal ingredients

  • Train junior staff and uphold a culture of respect, safety, and excellence

  • Manage ordering, stock control, and kitchen admin when required