Junior Sous Chef

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Junior Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals with a passion for food and hospitality to develop their skills in a fast-paced, professional environment. The Junior Sous Chef will assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety are maintained. This position is ideal for those with previous kitchen experience looking to advance their culinary career and take on leadership responsibilities. The role is fully paid, reflecting the importance of the position within our organisation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to health and safety standards
• Support food production processes, including preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes
• Manage food safety protocols and maintain cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen environment
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely delivery of quality meals to guests
• Oversee food portioning and presentation to uphold our restaurant’s standards
• Contribute to menu planning and development alongside senior chefs
• Support training and mentoring of junior kitchen staff and trainees
• Ensure compliance with all relevant hospitality regulations and standards

Skills

• Proven experience in food preparation, cooking, and kitchen management
• Supervising experience within a culinary or hospitality setting
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
• Excellent team management and leadership skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy environment
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail
• Experience in restaurant service and customer interaction is advantageous
• Demonstrated ability to support food production from start to finish while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation

This role offers an excellent platform for career progression within the culinary industry, fostering leadership skills whilst working alongside experienced professionals. We value dedication, creativity, and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Pay: £12.71-£13.40 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person