Junior Sous Chef — Growth Path, Tips & 50% Off

Loungers plc; West Bridgford; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay + tips

Free meal on every shift

50% discount on food & drinks from day

Loungefest staff party

Early pay access via Stream

Job summary

Loungers plc is hiring a Junior Sous Chef for Portello Lounge, a local café bar. The role supports the Head Chef and Sous Chef, helping the team deliver great shifts and ensure every dish leaves the pass to spec.

This position offers real opportunities to grow into a senior kitchen role within a growing hospitality brand. We provide up to £13.30/hr + tips, paid breaks, staff meals on every shift, and 50% off food & drinks from day one, with additional perks like Loungefest and early access to

Qualifications

• Experience with fresh ingredients and ability to work to high standards.
• Ability to follow allergen processes and maintain kitchen safety.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver great shifts and prep for each day.
• Maintain a clean, well-organised kitchen and uphold high food standards.
• Take ownership of your section, manage prep and hygiene, and ensure plates go out to spec.
• Follow allergen processes and ensure kitchen compliance and safety.
• Support and mentor newer chefs to develop skills and confidence.
• Know dish specs inside out and ensure every plate is praiseworthy.

Skills

Food prep (hot & cold)

Knife skills

Hygiene practices

Team player

Self-motivated

Job description

Loungers plc is hiring a Junior Sous Chef for Portello Lounge, a local café bar. The role supports the Head Chef and Sous Chef, helping the team deliver great shifts and ensure every dish leaves the pass to spec.

This position offers real opportunities to grow into a senior kitchen role within a growing hospitality brand. We provide up to £13.30/hr + tips, paid breaks, staff meals on every shift, and 50% off food & drinks from day one, with additional perks like Loungefest and early access to