Junior Sous Chef — Lead Menu Development & Team Training

WSH Group; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef. You will support the Head Chef and manage kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates have prior experience as a CDP and a flair for innovative dishes. The role offers 45 hours per week and various employee benefits including growth opportunities, complimentary meals, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Complimentary meals during shifts

Life Assurance

Unrivalled opportunities for progression

28 days holiday increasing with length of service

Recommend a friend scheme

Exclusive access to discounts

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CDP or senior CDP.
• Ability to display real passion for food and service.
• Flair for innovative menu development and food presentation.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef and manage team in their absence.
• Develop new menu ideas with the Head Chef.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

NVQ qualification or equivalent

Leaving Cert level education or above

Job description

A leading restaurant group in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef. You will support the Head Chef and manage kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates have prior experience as a CDP and a flair for innovative dishes. The role offers 45 hours per week and various employee benefits including growth opportunities, complimentary meals, and a pension scheme.