Junior Sous Chef

TN United Kingdom; Stroud; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to enhance their kitchen operations. This role involves collaborating closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure high-quality food preparation and service. The position offers various benefits, including shared tips, staff meals, and opportunities for career progression in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Tips shared equally among team members

Staff food provided on every shift

50% discount on food across all brands

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Exciting competitions and incentives

Days off on Christmas and Boxing Day

Annual staff party - Loungefest

Support through the Licenced Trade Charity

Financial wellbeing with Wagestream

Company pension scheme

Long service awards

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or experienced Chef ready for the next step.
• Experience with fresh ingredients and strong kitchen skills.
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen operations and work closely with Head Chef and Sous Chef.
• Ensure all food prep is completed and dishes are made to specification.
• Deliver excellent service across 14 shifts.

Skills

Communication

Team-oriented attitude

Self-motivated

Strong kitchen skills

Knowledge of allergens

Food safety best practices

Job description

Join Our Team as a Junior Sous Chef

We are looking for a passionate Junior Sous Chef to support our kitchen operations. You will work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver excellent service across 14 shifts, ensuring all food prep is completed and dishes are made to specification.

The Benefits

• Tips shared equally among team members based on hours worked
• Staff food provided 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
• Exciting competitions and incentives, including trips with our suppliers
• Days off on Christmas and Boxing Day
• Annual staff party - Loungefest
• Support through the Licenced Trade Charity
• Financial wellbeing with Wagestream
• Company pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Opportunities for personal development and career progression in a fast-growing business

What You Bring

• Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or an experienced Chef ready to take the next step
• Experience working with fresh ingredients and strong kitchen skills (food prep, hot and cold, cleaning, knife skills, hygiene)
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
• Self-motivated, able to work efficiently with limited supervision
• Strong knowledge of allergens, kitchen essentials, and food safety best practices

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