Junior Sous Chef – Country Inn

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned country inn in the Cotswolds is seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to enhance their dynamic kitchen team. The role includes supporting the Head Chef, menu development, and maintaining high culinary standards. Successful candidates will have refined cooking skills and a passion for ingredient-led cuisine. This position offers a salary of £35,000 plus service charge, live-in accommodation options, and excellent training opportunities, making it an ideal opportunity for culinary growth in a beautiful setting.

Benefits

Salary of £35,000 plus service charge

Live-in accommodation

Excellent training and career development opportunities

Staff discounts

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver exceptional seasonal dishes to high standards.
• Experience in training and inspiring junior kitchen team members.
• Creativity in menu development and idea generation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head and Sous Chef in delivering exceptional dishes.
• Assist with menu development and bring fresh ideas.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation and hygiene.
• Train and motivate junior team members.
• Ensure smooth service during busy periods.

Skills

Refined cooking skills

Team motivation and training

Menu development

Food preparation and hygiene standards

Job description

Our client is a beautifully restored country inn nestled in the Cotswolds, renowned for its warm hospitality, elegant interiors and outstanding seasonal cuisine. Their kitchen celebrates local produce, sustainability and creativity, and they are now seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic brigade.

You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as a Junior Sous Chef…

• £35,000 per annum plus £5,000 to £6,000 service charge
• Live-in accommodation available (from £400 per month)
• 48-hour working week
• Excellent training and career development opportunities
• Staff discounts across dining, products and treatments within the group
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance

Responsibilities as a Junior Sous Chef…

• Supporting the Head and Sous Chef in delivering exceptional, seasonal dishes to the highest standards
• Assisting with menu development and bringing fresh, creative ideas to the table
• Maintaining impeccable standards of food preparation, presentation and hygiene
• Training, motivating and inspiring junior team members to achieve excellence
• Ensuring smooth service during busy periods while maintaining consistency and quality

If you enjoy refined, ingredient-led cooking and want to work alongside a talented and supportive kitchen team, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a stunning Cotswold setting.

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.

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