Junior Sous Chef - 2 Rosette

Search; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment in East Sussex is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join their award-winning kitchen. With a salary of up to £38,000 plus approximately £5,000 in annual gratuities, this role offers an exciting opportunity to grow in a creative environment and collaborate on innovative seasonal dishes. Ideal candidates will have previous kitchen experience, strong communication skills, and a team-oriented mindset.

Benefits

Delicious team meals while on shift

Supportive leadership team

Opportunities for training and progression

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a fresh food environment.
• Passion for creative, seasonal cooking and high-quality presentation.
• Flexibility to support events and functions.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Lead services and ensure consistent food quality.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to menu planning.

Skills

Creative cooking

Leadership

Communication

Calm under pressure

Team player

Job description

Junior Sous Chef
East Sussex Up to 38,000 + 5,000 in tips Full-time, Permanent

Are you a passionate and ambitious chef looking to step up in a creative, award-winning kitchen?
Our client is on the hunt for a Junior Sous Chef to join our close-knit brigade. With a salary of up to 38,000 plus approximately 5,000 in annual gratuities, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your culinary career at one of Sussex's most distinctive and well-loved pubs.

About Us

This is far from your average country pub, they're known for their quirky charm, imaginative menus, and a commitment to exceptional hospitality. The food offering includes modern British dishes made with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, served across their main pub, private dining spaces, and our vibrant wedding and event venues.

They've been awarded with 2 AA Rosettes for their consistently high standards, and the kitchen caters for everything from la carte dining to BBQ feasts, large weddings, and intimate gatherings.

The Role

As Junior Sous Chef, you'll play a vital role in supporting the senior kitchen team, helping to ensure smooth day-to-day operations while contributing creatively to menu development. You'll lead by example on the pass, train and guide junior chefs, and ensure each plate leaving the kitchen reflects our values of flavour, seasonality, and quality.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Leading services when required and ensuring consistent food quality
• Overseeing specific sections and mentoring junior team members
• Contributing to menu planning and seasonal dish development
• Ensuring hygiene, health & safety, and food safety standards are upheld
• Assisting with stock management, ordering, and kitchen documentation

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous in a fresh food environment
• A passion for creative, seasonal cooking and high-quality presentation
• Calm under pressure with strong leadership and communication skills
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic kitchen
• Flexibility to support weddings, private functions, and occasional BBQ/event days

What We Offer

• Up to 38,000 salary, depending on experience
• Around 5,000 annually in gratuities
• Delicious team meals while on shift
• Supportive, hands-on leadership team
• Opportunities for training and progression
• The chance to be part of a unique, creative pub with serious culinary ambition

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.