Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy is seeking a skilled Sous Chef for a location near Shaftesbury. Salary £36,000-£38,000, a beautiful countryside setting, and the chance to work with fresh, seasonal produce as part of a passionate kitchen team.

The role involves supporting the Head Chef, leading the team during service, preparing seasonal dishes, maintaining quality and hygiene, and contributing to menus for restaurant, weddings and events.

Qualifications

• Experienced Sous Chef confident in a busy kitchen and capable of leading a team.
• Previous experience at Sous Chef level or as a Senior Chef de Partie ready for the next step.
• Passion for fresh, seasonal food.
• Strong organisation and communication skills.
• Hands-on, reliable and leads by example.
• Confident in supporting and leading a kitchen team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in.
• Own transport essential due to rural location.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Lead the kitchen team during service when required.
• Prepare and cook fresh, seasonal dishes to a high standard.
• Maintain excellent food quality, presentation and hygiene standards.
• Assist with ordering, stock control and kitchen organisation.
• Contribute ideas to menus and food development.
• Support weddings, events and busy service periods.
• Train and support junior kitchen team members.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Seasonal fresh food

Organisation

Communication

Job description

Sous Chef - Shaftesbury | £36,000-£38,000 | Beautiful Countryside Setting

Are you an experienced Sous Chef looking for your next opportunity? Enjoy a £36,000-£38,000 salary, a stunning countryside setting and the chance to work with fresh, seasonal produce as part of a passionate kitchen team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef based in or around Shaftesbury, Gillingham, Blandford Forum, Sturminster Newton, Sherborne or the surrounding Dorset and Wiltshire areas. Set within beautiful countryside, the venue offers a varied food operation covering restaurant service, weddings and events.

Why apply?

• You’ll earn a competitive salary of £36,000-£38,000
• You’ll work in a beautiful countryside setting
• You’ll have the opportunity to work with fresh, seasonal and locally sourced produce
• You’ll join a friendly and passionate kitchen team
• You’ll have the opportunity to contribute ideas and develop the food offering
• You’ll gain experience across restaurant service, weddings and events
• You’ll have the opportunity to develop your career within an established hospitality venue

Key Responsibilities

As Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef to help lead the kitchen and deliver consistently high standards.

• Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Leading the kitchen team during service when required
• Preparing and cooking fresh, seasonal dishes to a high standard
• Maintaining excellent food quality, presentation and hygiene standards
• Supporting ordering, stock control and kitchen organisation
• Contributing ideas to menus and food development
• Supporting weddings, events and busy service periods
• Training and supporting junior members of the kitchen team

What we’re looking for

• We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef who is confident working in a busy kitchen and enjoys leading a team.
• Previous experience at Sous Chef level or as an experienced Chef de Partie ready for the next step
• A genuine passion for fresh, seasonal food
• Strong organisation and communication skills
• Someone who is hands-on, reliable and leads by example
• Confidence supporting and leading a kitchen team
• A positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in
• Your own transport is essential, as the venue is in a rural location and reliable travel to the site is required

If you’re looking for your next Sous Chef opportunity in Shaftesbury, or live within commuting distance of Gillingham, Blandford Forum, Sturminster Newton, Sherborne or the surrounding areas, we’d love to hear from you.