Junior Sous Chef – Food Hall, Seasonal Menus & Growth

Compass Group UK; Woking; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider in the UK is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the Head Chef at RHS Garden Wisley. This role involves maintaining high food standards, supervising kitchen staff, and assisting in menu development. Ideal candidates should have over 3 years of experience in quality kitchens, strong cooking skills, and food safety knowledge. This full-time position offers a collaborative work environment and various employee perks, making it an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary career.

Benefits

20 days annual leave

Free parking on site

Free staff meals while at work

Access to company perks and benefits

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-quality kitchen.
• Experience supervising others in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to complete food safety records accurately.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all dishes produced are of a consistently high standard.
• Support the delivery of menus that reflect quality and sustainability.
• Maintain high visual standards across all food offerings.
• Assist with effective portion control and accurate recipe adherence.
• Supervise and support the kitchen team during prep and service.

Skills

Strong cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Team supervision

Knowledge of seasonality

Education

Level 2 or 3 food safety qualifications

Job description

A leading hospitality provider in the UK is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the Head Chef at RHS Garden Wisley. This role involves maintaining high food standards, supervising kitchen staff, and assisting in menu development. Ideal candidates should have over 3 years of experience in quality kitchens, strong cooking skills, and food safety knowledge. This full-time position offers a collaborative work environment and various employee perks, making it an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary career.