Junior Sous Chef

The Bell and Crown; Warminster; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training programs

Clear pathways to progress

A fair share of variable TRONC

50% team discount across all ourplaces

Monthly team rewards

£100 birthday voucher

Employer pension contributions

Proper life-work balance with regulars

Uniform provided

Supplier trips & team days out

Job summary

Chickpea Group is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join our growing hospitality team in the Southwest. You will mentor and lead the kitchen crew under the Head Chef, driving excellence in day-to-day operations and menu execution.

Ideal candidates bring leadership experience, a love for great food, and a drive to develop others while maintaining top hygiene and quality standards. This role offers path-to-growth and a supportive, energetic kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar, ready to step into leadership.
• Passion for high-quality food and excellence.
• Natural leader who inspires and develops others.

Responsibilities

• Inspire, mentor, and help manage the kitchen team, building a culture of excellence.
• Take ownership of day-to-day kitchen operations—stock, prep, quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to craft innovative menus, specials, and seasonal dishes.
• Ensure every plate leaving the kitchen is consistent, perfectly presented, and full of flavour.
• Uphold the highest hygiene, health & safety, and kitchen standards.
• Drive performance, training, and development for junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Kitchen management

Team motivation

Job description

Location:
Job Type: Full time
Salary: £35,000 per annum + Variable TRONC + paid overtime

Join the Chickpea Group Team!

We’re on the hunt for a passionate and motivated Junior Sous Chef!

Are you ready to move forward and take a leadership role in a fast-growing, ambitious hospitality group? We’re looking for a Junior Sous Chef who’s hungry to mentor a team, and deliver dining experiences that guests rave about.

We’re Chickpea Group, a growing collection of pubs with rooms and pizza spots across the Southwest. We do things properly, attention to detail, passion for flavour, and care in every plate is at the heart of what we do. Our pubs and pizza spots across the Southwest are buzzing with energy, creativity, and opportunity. Here, you won’t just follow recipes, you’ll help create them, refine them, and inspire a team to bring them to life. If you love creating great food, take pride in every dish, and enjoy learning new skills while working with a team, you’ll fit right in.

Perks of Working with Us

• Structured (but relaxed) training programs — we invest in your growth and knowledge
• Clear pathways to progress — we promote from within
• A fair share of variable TRONC
• 50% team discount across all our places
• Monthly team rewards — we love celebrating wins
• £100 birthday voucher — because your day matters
• Employer pension contributions
• Proper life-work balance with regular days off
• Uniform provided
• Supplier trips & team days out

What You’ll Be Doing

• Inspire, mentor, and help manage the kitchen team, building a culture of excellence.
• Take ownership of day-to-day kitchen operations—stock, prep, quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to craft innovative menus, specials, and seasonal dishes.
• Ensure every plate leaving the kitchen is consistent, perfectly presented, and full of flavour.
• Uphold the highest hygiene, health & safety, and kitchen standards.
• Drive performance, training, and development for junior team members.

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar, ready to step into leadership.
• Passionate about food, creative in approach, and committed to excellence.
• Natural leader who inspires, motivates, and develops others.
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and excited to take ownership of a kitchen.
• Positive, energetic, and ready to help build something extraordinary.