Junior Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Support Staff member to assist the culinary team. The role involves preparing ingredients and ensuring high-quality dishes. Ideal candidates should have culinary experience and strong communication skills. The position offers various benefits, including tips, discounts, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Tips shared equally across the team

Staff food on every shift

50% discount on food

28 days holiday

Participation in competitions and incentives

Christmas and Boxing Day off

Company events

Support via the Licenced Trade Charity

Company pension scheme

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or Chef ready to advance.
• Strong culinary skills including food prep and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef and Sous Chef in food preparation.
• Ensure dishes are made to specification for quality service.

Skills

Communication

Team-oriented

Self-motivated

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About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated Kitchen Support Staff to assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering excellent service. You will support in preparing ingredients and ensuring each dish is made to specification, contributing to a high-quality dining experience.

Benefits

• Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
• Staff food on every shift, regardless of hours worked
• 50% discount on food across all three brands from day one
• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), pro-rata
• Participation in competitions and incentives, including trips
• Christmas and Boxing Day off
• Company events like Loungefest
• Support via the Licenced Trade Charity
• Power over your pay with Wagestream
• Company pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Opportunities for personal development and career growth in a fast-growing business

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or an experienced Chef ready to advance your career
• Experience working with fresh ingredients and strong culinary skills (food prep, hygiene, knife skills)
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
• Self-motivated and able to work efficiently with limited supervision
• Knowledge of allergen management, kitchen essentials, and Food Safety standards

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