Junior Sous Chef — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Hours

The Trout Inn; Faringdon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Award-Winning Culture

Team Discounts

Career Growth & Development

Annual awards & events

Birthday day off

Job summary

Butcombe Boutique Inns is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join a vibrant, kitchen-focused team across some of the UK’s most picturesque locations. You’ll support the Sous Chef and Head Chef, help with prep and presentation, and take charge of your section to ensure service runs smoothly.

You’ll also mentor junior chefs and contribute fresh ideas while upholding food safety and stock control standards. We offer flexible working and celebrate a culture recognised in industry awards, with

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience in a fast-paced environment is desirable.
• Demonstrates passion for cooking and a commitment to high-quality food.
• Willingness to learn, train others and develop culinary skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Sous Chef and Head Chef in delivering exceptional food and service during every shift.
• Assisting with food preparation and maintaining high standards of quality, consistency and presentation.
• Taking responsibility for your section and ensuring it is organised, clean and ready for service.
• Helping to train and support junior chefs, sharing knowledge and best practice.
• Contributing new ideas and embracing opportunities to learn and develop your culinary skills.
• Supporting stock control, food safety and kitchen compliance standards.
• Stepping up when needed and playing an active role in the success of the kitchen team.

Job description

Butcombe Boutique Inns is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join a vibrant, kitchen-focused team across some of the UK’s most picturesque locations. You’ll support the Sous Chef and Head Chef, help with prep and presentation, and take charge of your section to ensure service runs smoothly.

You’ll also mentor junior chefs and contribute fresh ideas while upholding food safety and stock control standards. We offer flexible working and celebrate a culture recognised in industry awards, with