Junior Sous Chef

Next Innovate; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Innovate in Hong Kong is seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to support kitchen leadership as the restaurant opens in 2027. You will help develop a disciplined, high-performing team with precise execution and clear feedback.

Fine-dining experience is essential, with strong technical skills and the ability to coordinate a busy section. English and Chinese communication is required; Cantonese or Mandarin is a plus. A calm, hands-on leader is valued.

Qualifications

• Fine-dining experience is required.
• Strong technical skills and section coordination.
• Clear English and Chinese communication, Cantonese or Mandarin helpful.
• Calm, organised leadership under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support senior chefs in pre-opening tasks and daily kitchen operations.
• Coordinate mise en place and oversee assigned sections during service.
• Maintain consistent food quality, presentation and timing.
• Train junior colleagues with constructive feedback.
• Assist with recipe testing, stock control and waste reduction.
• Uphold food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation standards.

Skills

Fine-dining experience

Leadership

Clear communication in English and 中文

Job description

A new restaurant opening in 2027 is seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to support kitchen leadership and help develop a disciplined, high-performing team. This opportunity suits a chef with strong fine-dining experience who is ready to take greater responsibility. We value precise execution, clear communication and the ambition to achieve exceptional standards together.

Key responsibilities

• Support senior chefs in pre-opening preparations and daily kitchen operations.
• Coordinate mise en place and oversee assigned sections during service.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation and timing.
• Train and guide junior colleagues through clear, constructive feedback.
• Support recipe testing, stock control and waste reduction.
• Uphold food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation standards.

About you

• Fine-dining experience as a Junior Sous Chef or an accomplished Chef de Partie ready to progress.
• Strong technical skills and the ability to coordinate a busy section.
• Effective kitchen communication in English and Chinese; Cantonese and/or Mandarin.
• A calm, organised approach under pressure.
• High personal standards, accountability and respect for colleagues.
• A hands-on leadership style and a genuine drive to improve team performance.