Junior Sous Chef

Heartwood Collection; Chalfont St. Peter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving restaurant group in Chalfont St. Peter is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join their passionate kitchen team. The role offers a competitive salary based on experience, with a focus on providing exceptional service and food quality. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience, advanced knife skills, and a proven track record in training chefs. You will enjoy many perks, including discounts, training opportunities, and more as we grow towards 60 locations by 2027.

Benefits

Bespoke training and development

Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus

50% off food at locations

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on retailers via Reward Gateway

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Qualifications

• 4-5 years experience or progression in a service setting.
• Demonstrated ability to follow recipes and train other chefs.
• Proven track record in delivering quality service and fresh food.

Responsibilities

• Work multiple sections as part of the kitchen team.
• Deliver great quality food and service to customers.
• Train junior chefs and demonstrate classical cooking techniques.

Skills

Passion for fresh food

Advanced knife skills

Ability to train other chefs

Experience in a service setting

Job description

Junior Sous Chef

On Target Earnings £15-16 (Including TRONC)

At Heartwood Collection, we're on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our kitchen team as a Junior Sous Chef.

We're an award-winning group of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries that truly feel like home. From the elegance of Brasserie Blanc to the charm of Heartwood Inns, we pride ourselves on serving fresh, seasonal dishes to our local communities.

What we offer:

• Package and hourly rate includes basic + TRONC
• Contract average of 48 hours
• Bespoke training and development through our Stepping Stones programme
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Instant pay access through EarlyPay
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
• 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
• A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
• Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About You:

• Have a passion and proven track record in delivering service, great quality, fresh food and training to chefs
• Able to work multiple sections as part of the kitchen team, follow recipes and demonstrate this to other chefs
• 4-5 years experience or progression in a service setting with advanced knife skills and working with classical cooking techniques

Our Awards

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• Best Pub Brand/ Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there's never been a better time to join us. We're committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.

Join us and be part of a community that's warm, genuine, and full of life.

On Target Earnings is based on a 48-hour working week, TRONC is calculated from the expected 6 months' site average.

Details

Heartwood Collection
Chalfont St Peter, UK

Permanent

Published on 14 Jan 2026