sō–lō, 17 Town Green Lane, Aughton, Ormskirk L39 6SE
0169 530 2170
reservations@restaurantsolo.co.uk
sō–lō, 17 Town Green Lane, Aughton, Ormskirk L39 6SE
0169 530 2170
reservations@restaurantsolo.co.uk
Tim Allen was born and raised in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. Cooking and a career in hospitality were never initially on Allen’s agenda. His ambitions included becoming a forestry ranger or an environmental scientist. Growing up in the Pennines meant Allen developed a real love of nature and the outdoors. He converted half of his parents back garden into a vegetable and herb patch and went on to work in a slaughterhouse and then a dairy.
Allen successfully studied for his A Levels in Physical Geography and Environmental science and his connection for the use of the land and the outdoors grew. Earning money to pay for college working in kitchens however brought about the itch to cook.
Allen’s career began in the humblest of positions as kitchen porter at the Three Owls at Kirkburton. He then progressed onto commis and chef de partis at two of Leeds most prominent restaurants at the time, Michelin starred Pool Court at 42 and Rascasse.
Making the move south, Allen went to work at Studley Priory in Oxford. This was followed by a move to John Burton Race’s L’Ortolan, near Reading. It was to prove pivotal in Allen’s development and when John Burton Race at the Landmark Hotel opened in 2000, he was offered the role of senior sous chef there. A brief move to Cambridge and Midsummer House followed, prior to rekindling a relationship forged at JBR with Martin Burge. They went on to open the iconic Whatley Manor near Malmesbury. Seven successful years as head chef under the mentorship of Burge followed, giving Allen the confidence and ability to further develop and grow his career.
London then came calling and Allen was appointed as Chef Patron of Launceston Place in South Kensington, where he was awarded his first Michelin Star in 2012 and the first ever Star for the venue.
For family reasons, Allen found himself back in the Cotswolds in 2015, in the picturesque village of Kingham. Here began a 2-year residence at Carole Bamford’s Wild Rabbit. Success soon followed at this Michelin Pub of the Year when Allen achieved the venue’s only ever Michelin Star and a place in the Top 50 Gastropubs in the same year.
Allen aspired to open a restaurant he could make his own and went on to become a partner in Tim Allen’s Flitch of bacon in Essex, achieving Essex’s only Michelin star in 25 years.
Now finally after a great career it’s time for Allen to realise the dream, He’s achieved accolades in all he major guides, featured in the Top 50 Gastropubs and the Top 100 Restaurants, had TV appearances, achieved successful reviews and great newspaper and magazine coverage. Now with the opening of Allen’s first truly solo venture in the village of Aughton in West Lancashire, finally Sōlō is born.
We are looking for a passionate Restaurant Manager to join our new team and to play a key role in our exciting journey. Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service? Do you have a warm friendly personality? Are you a great communicator? Are you passionate about high quality food and wines? Do you lead by example and are you passionate about motivating and developing a team?
If this sounds like you then we want to hear from you as we’d love to talk to you about being part of something special.
We are seeking an assistant restaurant manager with passion and personality to join our new team. Are you enthusiastic and passionate about great food, quality wines and exceptional customer care? Do you want to further develop your skills by proactively working and supporting the management team to grow this exciting new restaurant?
If this sounds like you then we want to hear from you as we’d love to talk to you about being part of something special.
We are looking for a skilled Bar Manager with a strong understanding of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and regulations related to alcohol service. Are you highly motivated with bags of energy and exceptional communication and service standards? Are you organised and capable of ensuring bar staff are in turn motivated and trained to ensure guests receive excellent drinks service?
If this sounds like you then we want to hear from you as we’d love to talk to you about being part of something special.
Please DM to express an interest or send a CV and covering letter to Tim@TimAllenrestaurants.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you!
We are looking for an experienced sous chef to join the team at this brand-new restaurant opening in Aughton, Lancashire. Are you passionate about delivering high quality, seasonal food? Do you have previous experience in a quality restaurant with a solid understanding of classical cooking methods as well as the ability to be creative and innovative when required. Are you motivated, enthusiastic and have a keen eye for detail?
If this sounds like you then we want to hear from you as we’d love to talk to you about being part of something special.
Also recruiting for chef de partie, commis chefs and KP’s with enthusiasm, a great work ethic and a desire to learn and grow with this exciting new business.
Please DM to express an interest or send a CV and covering letter to Tim@TimAllenrestaurants.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you!
Do you want to be part of a passionate team, looking to create something special? Are you enthusiastic about great food and do you love creating memories for people? We are looking for hard working, personable, spontaneous individuals who are looking for an opportunity to be great at what they do. If this is you, why not chat to us about being part of our brand new team and be part of creating a new success story?
We are recruiting for various full and part time positions to work in a brand new friendly, fantastic team environment? Restaurant experience preferred but not essential as full training will be provided. Passion, personality and enthusiasm on the other hand are essential
Please DM or e mail your details to Tim@TimAllenrestaurants.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you!