Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd; Southwick; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted food and drink

Opportunity to develop skills and grow

Welcoming working environment

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy is recruiting a Sous Chef for a welcoming country pub in Portsmouth. You will join a traditional kitchen team and help deliver home‑style dishes in a relaxed setting.

With a salary of £32,000 per year, you’ll support the Head Chef, mentor junior staff, and develop your career in a friendly, high‑standard kitchen.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Passion for food and high standards.
• Confident to support Head Chef and lead the team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards.
• Follow service standards and ensure dish consistency.
• Deputise for Head Chef in their absence.
• Support and develop junior kitchen staff.
• Maintain a positive and organized kitchen environment.

Job description

Sous Chef - £32,000 - Take the next step in your kitchen career!

Join a welcoming country pub where you can develop your skills and make your mark.

Are you an ambitious Sous Chef looking for your next opportunity in Portsmouth? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming country pub and restaurant, serving traditional favourites in a relaxed and friendly setting.

With a salary of £32,000, this role offers the chance to build on your experience, support a kitchen team and continue developing your career alongside an experienced Head Chef.

Why apply? What's in it for you?

• £32,000 annual salary
• Discounted food and drink
• The opportunity to develop your skills and progress your career
• A welcoming working environment within a traditional country pub

Key Responsibilities

As Sous Chef, you'll play an important role in the smooth running of the kitchen, with responsibilities including:

• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Following service standards and ensuring consistency across all dishes.
• Deputising for the Head Chef in their absence.
• Supporting and developing junior members of the kitchen team.
• Helping to maintain a positive and organised kitchen environment.

What we're looking for

We're looking for a passionate Chef who enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to develop their career further.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous experience working as a Sous Chef within a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• A genuine passion for food and delivering consistently high standards.
• The confidence to support the Head Chef and lead the team when required.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn and develop.

If you're an enthusiastic Sous Chef looking for your next step in Portsmouth, this could be the perfect opportunity. Whether you're looking to build your leadership experience or take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Number │ 49280/ INDSOTONCHEF

Location │ Portsmouth

Role │ Sous Chef