Junior Sous Chef: Path to Head Chef at Southern Smokehouse

Hickory'S Smokehouse; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free team food

Birthday meal on us

Christmas Day off

Paid time off

Team discount

Wellbeing support

Enrichment opportunities

Job summary

Hickory's Smokehouse in Cambridge is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to cover the Head Chef in their absence and guide the team in delivering authentic Southern-style dishes. You will mentor junior staff, lead the team, and work toward becoming Head Chef as the group expands.

The role benefits from a strong training academy, progression opportunities, and a culture that values work-life balance and team development.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams and maintaining high food quality.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the kitchen in Head Chef’s absence.
• Coach and mentor the team to deliver authentic Southern-style cuisine.
• Lead the brigade to ensure timely, high-quality service.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team coaching

Mentoring

Job description

Hickory's Smokehouse in Cambridge is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to cover the Head Chef in their absence and guide the team in delivering authentic Southern-style dishes. You will mentor junior staff, lead the team, and work toward becoming Head Chef as the group expands.

The role benefits from a strong training academy, progression opportunities, and a culture that values work-life balance and team development.