Junior Sous Chef

The Peat Inn; Dundee; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a Michelin-starred restaurant located just outside the picturesque town of St Andrew’s, Scotland. This role is perfect for those at junior sous chef or chef de partie level looking to advance their career. Join a settled and mature team that values excellence, consistency, and a positive workplace atmosphere. With a focus on high standards and excellent communication, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. Enjoy generous tips, a provided staff uniform, and a supportive environment that fosters your growth in the culinary world.

Benefits

Generous tips

Staff uniform provided

Qualifications

• Experience in high-level a la carte cooking is essential.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the chef patron and deputize when required.
• Work across the kitchen to maintain excellence and consistency.

Skills

A la carte cooking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Pressure management

Job description

Michelin started restaurant The Peat Inn, just outside the beautiful town of St Andrew’s, Scotland, is adding a new and exciting role within the settled and mature team.

Previous Michelin starred kitchen experience not essential, but prior a la carte experience at a very high level is a must.

You may be at junior sous chef level now or chef de partie level seeking your first step to a sous chef position.

Responsibilities and Requirements:

1. Trained and capable of working across the kitchen to high standards.
2. An ingrained belief in achieving excellence and consistency.
3. Calm and professional manner, able to absorb pressure while maintaining focus.
4. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
5. Team player who actively fosters and contributes to a positive atmosphere across the entire workplace.
6. Capable of supporting the chef patron and deputising when required.

Working Hours and Benefits:

• Open dinner service only Tuesdays-Thursdays, lunch and dinner on Fridays and Saturdays, closed Sundays and Mondays.
• Closed three days at Christmas and one week from 1st January.
• Generous tips in addition to salary.
• Staff uniform provided.

Additional Information:

Employment type: Full-time.