Junior Sous Chef - The White Horse Chilgrove

Butcombe Group; Chichester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a bold, award-winning company as a Junior Sous Chef at a beautiful British inn in Chichester. Enjoy work/life balance, competitive salary, and supportive mentorship while crafting innovative seasonal dishes in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Access to discounts on major retailers

50% off food on shift

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience with seasonal menu development is valued.
• A collaborative approach to kitchen work is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and executing premium menus.
• Work alongside the executive chef and head chefs in a supportive environment.

Skills

Technical cooking skills

Creativity

Job description

We are a bold, award-winning business that prides itself on giving our chefs the freedom to create premium, seasonal menus that impress our customers within an industry-leading environment. We operate friendly, welcoming, and positive kitchens with high standards, always striving to be the best we can be.

We are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team.

Our location is a beautiful British inn and restaurant set in the picturesque Chichester countryside.

What’s in it for you?

• Work/Life balance! This role can be done over 3-4 days if you prefer! We understand the importance of flexibility and will support you in achieving it.
• The opportunity to work for an award-winning company and to cook some of the most innovative pub food in the industry. We have received awards such as Best Food Offer (2019 & 2020) and Best Managed Pub Company (2021) at The UK Publican Awards.
• Access to Liberation Life, a platform offering cash-back with major retailers, discounts on holidays, groceries, gifts, and more.
• The chance to gain experience in diverse kitchens and menus through a collaborative approach to menu development, giving you autonomy over dishes in your kitchen.
• A competitive salary plus an equal share of tips.
• Industry-leading training and development through our ‘Pillars of Progression’ programme, supporting your growth to become a head chef or pursue other ambitions.
• Additional support and coaching from our executive chef team and head chefs.
• Work closely with locally sourced, fresh ingredients, executing technical skills that reflect our premium menus.
• Supportive tools and significant investments in our kitchens to help you succeed.
• Enjoy team parties, events, training courses, great suppliers, and industry-leading rewards, discounts, and benefits, including 50% off food on shift.
• We care about our team. We are ambassadors for the Burnt Chef Project, promoting mental health awareness and support. We also offer a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for additional support.