Junior Sous Chef - Path to Senior Kitchen Leadership

Loungers; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips shared among team

Free meal on every shift

50% discount on food & drinks

Job summary

Poco Lounge, part of Loungers, is hiring a Junior Sous Chef to join the kitchen team. You’ll support the Head Chef and Sous Chef, help the team deliver great shifts, and ensure every dish goes out to spec.

A great growth path awaits for those looking to progress, with a supportive environment and plenty of opportunity across England and Wales. We offer up to £13.30/hr plus tips, paid breaks, staff meals, and a 50% discount on food and drinks from day one.

Qualifications

• Experience working with fresh ingredients and strong kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold, cleaning, knife skills, hygiene).
• Able to work at pace with limited supervision.
• Proactive and reliable team player with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver great shifts and ensure prep is ready for each day.
• Maintain a clean, well-organised kitchen and uphold high food standards.
• Take ownership of your section, manage prep, par, hygiene, and food safety.
• Follow allergen processes at all times and keep the kitchen compliant and safe.
• Support and help newer chefs develop their skills and confidence.
• Know dish specs inside out and ensure every plate leaving the pass is up to standard.

Skills

Junior Sous Chef

Team player

Self-motivated

Allergen knowledge

Job description

Poco Lounge, part of Loungers, is hiring a Junior Sous Chef to join the kitchen team. You’ll support the Head Chef and Sous Chef, help the team deliver great shifts, and ensure every dish goes out to spec.

A great growth path awaits for those looking to progress, with a supportive environment and plenty of opportunity across England and Wales. We offer up to £13.30/hr plus tips, paid breaks, staff meals, and a 50% discount on food and drinks from day one.