Sous Chef


Company:	Hyndburn Borough Council
Salary:	£39,481 to £41,177 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Accrington
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	6 Nov 2026
Closing date:	20 Nov 2026

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Summary

Sous Chef

37 hours per week

£39,481 to £41,177 per annum

Casual Car User

Enhancement payable for unsocial hours worked

Accrington Market and, from April 2027, Accrington Town Hall are entering an exciting new chapter and Hyndburn Borough Council is recruiting a new hospitality and events team to help bring these venues to life.

These roles will support a vibrant programme of food, drink, entertainment, cultural activities and events, creating welcoming spaces that attract residents and visitors throughout the day and into the evening. As our venues develop, successful candidates may be required to work across both locations. The roles involve evening and weekend working on a rota basis and offer the opportunity to be part of something genuinely new and ambitious for Accrington.

We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef or Chef de Partie with excellent cookery skills, creativity, a passion for quality produce and a commitment to outstanding customer service.

You'll prepare fresh food, help develop menus and seasonal specials, support catering for events and functions, and maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, allergen management and kitchen safety. You'll also guide Venue Crew Members when they are supporting kitchen operations.

We are seeking people who:

• Are available for work from 14 November 2026

• Have excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude.

• Enjoy working as part of a team in a busy environment and are willing to learn.

• Are reliable, flexible and professional.

• Share our ambition to make Accrington's town centre somewhere people are proud to visit.

As a Safety Critical role, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing as part of our pre-employment checks. You will also be subject to testing at random intervals during the course of your employment.

We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Closing Date: 12 noon Friday 20 November 2026

Vacancy Ref: 2387

Essential requirements

3 years’ experience as a sous chef or chef de partie Experience working in café, restaurant or similar catering environment using fresh produce Experience catering for large groups or events Experience supporting, mentoring or training others in a workplace or voluntary setting. Experience in preparation of coffees (barista)

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