Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Barton on Sea; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality recruitment agency is seeking a Sous Chef for a busy venue in New Milton. This role offers a salary of £33,000 plus paid overtime and exceptional staff benefits such as accommodation options, discounts on food and leisure facilities, and a supportive work environment. Candidates should have proven experience in a similar role and a passion for delivering high-quality dishes. Apply now for a stable position with great work-life balance.

Benefits

Paid overtime

Accommodation available

Discounts on food & drink

Access to leisure and golf facilities

33 days holiday per year

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie ready for the next step.
• A calm, organised and professional approach during busy periods.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Flexibility to work a 40-hour rota.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in daily kitchen operations.
• Support the Head Chef with kitchen and team management.
• Prepare and present high-quality dishes consistently.
• Run your own section confidently during service.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and cleanliness.
• Assist with stock control and kitchen admin.
• Contribute to seasonal menus and daily specials.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Culinary skills

Job description

Sous Chef - Lead a Quality-Driven Kitchen | New Milton, Hampshire

Are you looking for a stable role with great pay, work‑life balance and excellent staff perks? We're recruiting for a busy, well‑regarded hospitality venue in New Milton, offering fresh seasonal cooking, a supportive team and genuine opportunities to grow.

Why apply for this Sous Chef role?

• £33,000 per year
• 40‑hour contractual week
• Paid overtime for additional hours
• Accommodation available if required
• Excellent staff benefits, including:
• Discounts on food & drink
• Free or discounted access to leisure and golf facilities
• Discounted holidays across the group
• Complimentary use of onsite leisure facilities (pools, gyms, etc.)
• 33 days holiday per year (pro‑rata for part‑time)
• Employee Assistance Programme with wellbeing support

What you'll be doing:

• Play a key role in daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards and smooth service at all times.
• Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen and team management.
• Preparing and presenting high‑quality dishes with consistency.
• Run your own section confidently during service.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, safety and cleanliness.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and kitchen admin.
• Contribute to seasonal menus and daily specials.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef, or a strong Chef de Partie ready to take the next step.
• A calm, organised and professional approach during busy periods.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Flexibility to work a 40‑hour rota with paid overtime as required.
• A passion for fresh, seasonal food and delivering consistent quality.

If you're a Sous Chef looking for a secure role with a great team, paid overtime, excellent benefits and the option of live‑in accommodation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more.

Job Role: Sous Chef

Location: New Milton, Hampshire

Salary: £33,000 + paid overtime

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.