Junior Sous Chef

Hilton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Go Hilton travel programme

50% food & beverage discount

Free meals on duty

28 days holiday

Job summary

Hilton Southampton Utilita Bowl is seeking a Junior Sous Chef on a fixed-term maternity cover through October 2027. You will lead daily kitchen operations, oversee production and service, and develop seasonal menus to enhance guest experiences.

Join a supportive team with excellent perks including travel discounts, meal benefits, and ongoing career development as part of Hilton's commitment to hospitality excellence.

Qualifications

• Passion for hospitality and guest service excellence.
• Ability to lead a kitchen team and oversee daily operations.
• Strong collaboration with Front of House and Back of House.

Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary team with hands-on coaching.
• Oversee production, service, and line checks.
• Develop seasonal menus and daily specials.
• Foster cross-department collaboration for smooth operations.
• Assist with stock, ordering, and scheduling.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food & Beverage management

Team management

Hospitality mindset

Job description

Job Description

This is a fixed-term maternity cover position until October 2027.

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Junior Sous Chef at Hilton Southampton Utilita Bowl, you’re not just leading daily kitchen operations – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

How We'll Help You Thrive

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with a wide range of perks and benefits, including:

• Competitive pay – £15.66 per hour, with opportunities to grow your career with Hilton.
• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy discounted hotel stays through our Go Hilton travel programme, with room rates as low as $40 USD per night at participating hotels worldwide.
• Food and beverage discounts – Receive 50% off food and beverage at participating outlets.
• Free meals on duty – Helping you stay energised throughout your shift.
• Generous holiday allowance – Enjoy 28 days’ holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service.
• High street discounts – Access a range of exclusive savings through Perks at Work.
• Mental health resources – Through our Care for All hub, Team Members have access to wellbeing resources, alongside free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Crisis Concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for practical support and emotional care.
• Career development opportunities – Grow with Hilton through learning and development programmes designed to support your personal and professional growth.
• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member location and terms and conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Lead the culinary team: Provide hands‑on leadership and in‑the‑moment coaching to kitchen staff, with a focus on Food & Beverage outlets
• Oversee production and service: Manage daily kitchen operations, including creating and monitoring production lists, completing line checks, and managing service
• Enhance menu offerings: Develop and implement seasonal menus, promotional features, and daily specials
• Promote cross‑department collaboration: Foster strong, positive relationships between Front of House and Back of House teams to ensure seamless operations
• Provide administrative support: Assist with stock take management, ordering, and scheduling

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award‑winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world‑class brands , and a company‑wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.