Junior Sous Chef

Heartwood Inns; Lewes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning group of cozy pubs is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant kitchen team. This entry-level role offers the chance to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients and learn classical French cooking techniques. With a commitment to guest satisfaction and community spirit, this innovative firm provides a supportive environment for career progression through their industry-leading training platform. Enjoy a range of perks including discounts on food, enhanced maternity and paternity packages, and a referral bonus. If you are eager to develop your culinary skills and make unforgettable moments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Refer a Friend Bonus

Laundered chef whites

50% off food

20% off food for friends and family

Thoughtful birthday gift

Long Service Recognition Awards

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts at retailers

Stepping Stones training program

Qualifications

• Eager to develop skills and dishes with guidance from our Chefs.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes.
• Support the head chef in managing kitchen operations.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Classical French cooking techniques

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

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Junior Sous Chef - up to £15.75* per hour (OTE £38,700**)

Packages Including Tronc

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our fantastic kitchen team as a Junior Sous Chef. Heartwood Collection is an award-winning group of cozy pubs and atmospheric brasseries at the heart of local communities, serving great, fresh, seasonal food. Our brands, Brasserie Blanc and Heartwood Inns, are renowned for being welcoming, home-from-home environments.

Our strength lies in our community of like-minded, warm, and genuine individuals. We believe in creating unforgettable moments through our commitment to seasonality, the curiosity of our team, and guest satisfaction.

What We Offer

• Packages including Tronc*
• Full-time and part-time hours to suit your needs
• Stepping Stones - our industry-leading training and development platform supporting career progression
• Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Instant access to earned wages through EarlyPay
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity packages
• Refer a Friend Bonus up to £1500
• Laundered chef whites
• 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc
• 20% off food with friends and family
• A thoughtful birthday gift
• Long Service Recognition Awards
• The Pantry – discounts at hundreds of retailers via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme

The Ideal Candidate

• Passion for cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Willingness to learn classical French cooking techniques
• Flexible team player
• Great attention to detail and high standards
• Eager to develop skills and dishes with guidance from our Chefs

Our Investment in Your Development

The Heartwood Collection has over 40 locations, including Brasserie Blanc restaurants and boutique bedrooms in our pubs. We aim to expand to 61 sites by 2027, adding up to 500 bedrooms over four years. This growth presents exciting opportunities for career development through our "Stepping Stones" training program.

Achievements & Awards

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• R200 - SRA 3 star rating, and more!

Recruitment Manager: Cameron Johnson

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Email: [e-mail]

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitality

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