28 August 2026
Filled
Sous Chef
Icklingham, Suffolk, IP28
The employer
Set in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, The Guinness Arms is a well-established country inn known for its warm hospitality, quality food, and relaxed rural charm. As part of the wider Elveden Estate, a long-standing family-owned business, they take pride in serving fresh, seasonal dishes using locally sourced and estate-grown ingredients.
The kitchen is built around consistency, teamwork, and a genuine passion for good food. With a recently refurbished kitchen and a strong, experienced team, they offer a professional yet supportive environment where chefs can develop their skills and take pride in their work.
The job
We are recruiting for an experienced Sous Chef to join our professional kitchen team. You will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality, fresh food while maintaining the high standards the pub is known for.
This is a hands-on role involving day-to-day kitchen management, menu development, seasonal specials, and leading a skilled brigade. You'll thrive in a busy, quality-driven environment, taking pride in consistency, teamwork and great food.
What you'll need
Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef in a busy pub, restaurant, hotel or similar.
A supportive team player with strong communication skills.
Good organisational skills and the ability to maintain standards during busy services.
Calm, focused and reliable under pressure with strong attention to detail.
Own transport due to location
Where you'll be based
The Guinness Arms is located in the village of Icklingham, West Suffolk
What you'll receive
£34,000 per annum
Share of the tips equating to £4,000 per year
Four day working week, 46 hours per week
A friendly, supportive team environment
Find out more
To discuss this position in more detail, please send your CV to matthew@martin-salter.com or call 07812 995244.
All communication will be treated in complete confidence.