Sous Chef - 30 cover restaurant and only two evenings per week

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join a small group of chefs. The Sous Chef supports the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen duties as well as deputising in their absence. The Sous Chef takes pride in their work and enjoys helping to develop the junior kitchen team while living the values of Malverleys.,

• Someone passionate about fresh produce and the cooking of Britain, Italy and France


• A natural curiosity about produce and sourcing quality ingredients


• To maintain our supplier relationships


• The ability to communicate the provenance of dishes and ingredients to the team and guests


• A warm and motivating character


• Health and safety management and maintaining our scores on the doors


• To minimise waste at every opportunity



• Directing the food preparation process and delegating tasks


• Cooking and preparing high-quality dishes


• Assisting the Head Chef in creating menu items and recipes and developing dishes


• Supervising all kitchen stations


• Supervising, motivating, and working closely with other chefs of all levels


• Being responsible for food hygiene practices


• Ensuring food quality and excellent standards are maintained for all dishes created


• Assisting with determining food inventory needs, stocking, and ordering


• Ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations, including sanitary and food safety guidelines



• Team player


• Ability to run the kitchen while the head chef is absent


• Hands-on approach


• A strong communicator


• Ability to adapt positively to customer and manager feedback


• To make sure the kitchen always perfectly clean



• To ensure the team are well-presented every day


Working Expectations

Only two evenings per week, Friday and Saturday. Monday and Tuesday off. 45-48 hours per week.

Set on the edge of the picturesque Wessex Downs in the North Hampshire countryside, Malverleys is a small farm, 30 cover restaurant, bakery and shop. The menu reflects our surroundings and the seasons, with all our ingredients coming straight from the farm or trusted producers. We offer a versatile space for the local community to enjoy coffee, freshly made patisserie, a glass of wine and wholesome food.

The Malverleys story is one of people, place and purpose coming together to create something quite special. Emily von Opel's vision for Malverleys was born out of a lifelong love of the countryside and gardens, and a sincere wish to offer the wider community an opportunity to enjoy the benefits of what a small farm and local business can provide. Through Emily's enthusiasm, and with the help of a dedicated team, Malverleys Farm and Dining is a celebration of sustainable farming, gardening and seasonal cooking.


• An equal share of tips


• Pension Scheme


• Free food and drink on shift


• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with extra accrued after each year of service


• Cycle to work scheme


• Christmas Day off


• Supplier trips


• 20% discount in the restaurant, deli and shop


• Malverleys Summer Social - Team party!