Sous Chef

Holt Engineering; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality recruitment agency is seeking a Sous Chef for a modern restaurant in Salisbury. This role offers Monday to Friday hours, allowing for an excellent work-life balance. Responsibilities include preparing meals, creating menus, and ensuring hygiene standards are met. Ideal candidates will have previous chef experience, a Food Hygiene Certificate, and strong organisational skills. Competitive salary and benefits such as 24 days holiday and employee discounts are included.

Benefits

24 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Free on-site parking and meals

Enhanced pension scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience in a chef role.
• Food Hygiene Certificate required.
• Strong organisational skills necessary.
• Good knowledge of H&S regulations expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh dishes for meals.
• Create seasonal and allergy-friendly menus.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene standards.
• Assist with stock management.

Skills

Previous experience as a Chef or Sous Chef

Strong organisational skills

Good knowledge of food hygiene

Creative approach

Attention to detail

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)

Job description

Sous Chef - Monday to Friday, No Late Nights!

Location: Salisbury

Salary: £27,000 per annum

Hours: 7am-3pm, Monday to Friday

Holt Engineering are delighted to be recruiting for a Sous Chef to join our client's modern on-site restaurant in Salisbury — but this isn't your typical hospitality role! Forget split shifts and late-night finishes — this position offers you the creativity of a chef's kitchen, without the usual hospitality pressures. You'll be working in a stylish staff restaurant within a leading manufacturing business, serving complimentary breakfasts, lunches, and afternoon teas to employees and visitors. From homemade soups and fresh deli dishes to baked goods and houmous, you'll have the freedom to get creative and help design weekly menus featuring seasonal and on-trend ingredients.

What you'll be doing as a Sous Chef:

• Preparing fresh dishes for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon service
• Creating menus, including allergy-friendly and seasonal options
• Ensuring all hygiene, health & safety, and food standards are met
• Assisting with stock management and taking the lead when required
• Delivering exceptional customer service and building great relationships with staff
• Supporting and training any catering staff as needed

What we're looking for in a Sous Chef:

• Previous experience as a Chef or Sous Chef
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, allergens, and H&S regulations
• A creative, motivated approach and high attention to detail

What's in it for you:

• Monday to Friday only - enjoy your evenings and weekends!
• 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing with service)
• Free on-site parking and meals
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Employee discounts across local retailers
• Wellbeing initiatives and a supportive team culture

If you're an experienced Sous Chef looking for a refreshing change of pace — where you can still cook creative food but with better work-life balance — we'd love to hear from you! Apply today, and Sam from Holt Engineering will be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity.