Junior Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant kitchen team. This exciting role offers the opportunity to create exceptional dishes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients in a stylish, French-inspired bistro. You'll work closely with the Head Chef, inspiring your team while maintaining high culinary standards. With fantastic benefits and a supportive environment, this is a perfect chance to advance your culinary career in a dynamic hotel setting. If you're ready to take the next step, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Discounted stays for staff, friends and family

Discounted meals within restaurants

Discounts in high street shops

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Uniform

Work anniversary treats

Company pension scheme

Healthcare cash plans

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a busy hotel or restaurant.
• Passion for food and a willingness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team.
• Support in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes.
• Ensure all food is prepared to company standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Time Management

Education

Experience in a similar role

Job description

Role: Junior Sous Chef

Location: Exeter, Devon

Salary / Rate of pay: £14.10 per hour

Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with an elegant 4-star standard hotel in Exeter city centre, Devon, and we have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Sous Chef to join their team.

What’s in it for you?

1. Competitive hourly rate of pay
2. Discounted stays for staff, friends and family at any of our hotels around the UK
3. Discounted meals within our restaurants
4. Discounts in a range of high street shops, experiences and holidays
5. Cycle to work scheme
6. Employee assistance programme
7. Uniform
8. Work anniversary treats
9. Company pension scheme
10. Healthcare cash plans
11. Training and development opportunities
12. Referral scheme
13. Fun extra’s such as wellness events, national treat days and more!

Why choose our Client?

Our Exeter city centre client is looking for a skilled Junior Sous Chef to join their talented kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant, stylish hotel, creating exceptional dishes in a dynamic and supportive environment.

The French-inspired bistro is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the hotel also has a bar area which offers light meals and snacks. There are several rooms to cater for C&B, with the capability of catering for up to 150 covers.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your culinary career, join this supportive kitchen brigade and get paid for doing what you love, enjoy fantastic benefits, and grow with a brand that truly invests in its people!

Please note that accommodation is not available with this role, therefore candidates should only apply if they are able to commute to the area daily.

What’s involved?

As a Junior Sous Chef, you’ll play a key part in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You'll work closely with the Head Chef, support and inspire the team with your excellent communication skills, and make sure every dish that leaves the pass is top-notch.

You’ll work with fresh, locally sourced ingredients to craft seasonal French-inspired menus that guests rave about whilst adhering to company standards. With your culinary expertise and leadership skills, you'll help our client to maintain the high standards they’re renowned for.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team.
2. Support in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes.
3. Ensure all food is prepared to company standards.
4. Help manage kitchen inventory, ensuring the efficient running of the kitchen.
5. Uphold excellent hygiene and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude with previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a busy hotel or restaurant. You will have a passion for food and a willingness to learn and grow, the ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards at all times.

Please note that accommodation is not available with this role, therefore, candidates should only apply if they are able to commute to the area daily.

Sound like the role for you? Then we would love to hear from you! Click Apply Now and one of the team will in touch to discuss this Junior Sous Chef role in Exeter city centre, in Devon.

Don’t forget to speak to your consultant about our “Recommend a Friend” referral scheme and find out how you could earn up to £250 per recommendation.

Consultant: Tania Varley

Job Number: 932113 /INDCHEF

Job Role: Junior Sous Chef

Location: Exeter, Devon

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.