Junior Sous Chef – Luxury Hotel

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury country house hotel in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary of £38,000 with additional service charge, live-in accommodation, and a supportive kitchen environment. As part of a close-knit team under an experienced Executive Chef, you will be responsible for various kitchen operations, including menu development and leading a section during busy services. You're expected to have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Live-in accommodation

Supportive kitchen environment

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a fine dining setting.
• Ability to lead a section confidently.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations in the kitchen.
• Take ownership of a section during busy services.
• Assist in menu development with fresh ideas.
• Ensure high standards in service and food quality.
• Coach junior team members.

Skills

Refined, seasonal cooking

Leadership during busy services

Menu development and creativity

Coaching team members

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join the brigade of a beautiful luxury country house hotel. With a 3 Rosette, 50-cover restaurant and banqueting for up to 100 guests, this is the perfect role if you love refined, seasonal cooking and service that runs like clockwork.

You will be wondering what is in it for you as a Junior Sous Chef…

• £38,000 per annum plus £3,500 service charge
• Live-in accommodation available for approximately £325 per month within walking distance of the hotel
• 48-hour contract
• Join a close-knit team of 9 chefs in a supportive, professional kitchen
• Work under a highly experienced Executive Chef who is keen to train and develop you
• Exposure to both fine dining restaurant service and high-quality banqueting

Responsibilities as a Junior Sous Chef…

• Supporting the Executive and Sous Chefs with the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Taking ownership of a section and leading it confidently during busy services
• Assisting with menu development, bringing fresh ideas and a creative approach
• Ensuring consistently high standards across the 50-cover restaurant and events up to 100 guests
• Coaching and supporting more junior members of the brigade

This is a brilliant opportunity to take the next step in your career, working with an accomplished Executive Chef and a talented brigade in a stunning hotel setting.

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

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