Sous Chef

Juice Hospitality Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious, award-winning restaurant in West Berkshire is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. Offering a competitive salary of £37,000+, this role involves managing kitchen operations, training staff, and ensuring high food quality. The venue prides itself on innovative, seasonal menus and using the finest local ingredients.

Benefits

Performance-based incentives

Career progression opportunities

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-quality restaurant settings.
• Strong knowledge of modern and classical cooking techniques.
• Passion for locally sourced, sustainable ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and delivering exceptional dishes.
• Manage daily kitchen operations and supervise staff.
• Contribute to menu development with creativity.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie

Job description

Sous Chef Opportunity

Location: West Berkshire
Salary: £37,000+ per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Full-time, including evenings and weekends

We are a prestigious, award-winning restaurant seeking a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team. Nestled in a beautiful countryside setting, our venue is renowned for its innovative, seasonal menus and commitment to using the finest local ingredients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Chef in creating and delivering exceptional dishes

• Manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation

• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative environment

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations

• Contribute to menu development, bringing creativity and flair to our offerings

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-quality restaurant

• Strong knowledge of modern and classical cooking techniques

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail

• Excellent leadership and communication skills

• Passion for locally sourced, sustainable ingredients

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £37,000+ with performance-based incentives

• Opportunity to work in a creative, supportive, and ambitious kitchen

• Career progression within a respected establishment

• Staff discounts and benefits

If you’re a dedicated culinary professional ready to elevate our dining experience, send your CV