Junior Sous Chef

Cheshire

£36,000

Benefits

• Brand-new state of the art kitchen with a complete, top-of-the-line equipment and kit

• Work closely with a driven, passionate, and extremely professional Executive Chef

• Tronc

• Free onsite parking

• Free uniform - Full chef whites

• Group Exclusive Discounts, including:

  • Hotel, spa, and golf discounts within the group

  • Friends & family rates across a global collection of luxury hotels

  • 20% discount on food and beverage in on-site restaurants

• Colleague restaurant

• Competitive pension scheme

• 28 days holiday including public holidays

• 1–5 days service awards based on length of service

• Ongoing training and career uncapped development opportunities

• A genuinely unique culture and the chance to work with a team of extraordinary people

We are seeking a talented and driven Junior Sous chef to join a prestigious luxury hotel in Cheshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Junior Sous chef , to play a key role in delivering outstanding culinary experiences across multiple food outlets.

The Junior Sous Chef will support the senior kitchen leadership team in the daily operation of the kitchen within a luxury hotel in Cheshire, ensuring all food is produced and presented to 5-star standards. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will assist in supervising the kitchen brigade, maintaining exceptional quality and consistency across all outlets. This Junior Sous Chef role offers an excellent opportunity to develop leadership skills and progress your career within a high-performing luxury hospitality environment.

Key Accountabilities

Operational Support

• Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen

• Supervise service periods and ensure exceptional standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation

• Assist in coordinating kitchen service with other Food & Beverage departments

• Step up to lead shifts or individual sections when required

• Ensure kitchen operations run efficiently and effectively

People & Development

• Support the training and development of Commis Chefs and Chefs de Partie

• Assist with staff inductions and onboarding

• Help motivate and support the kitchen team during busy service periods

• Act as a role model for professionalism, teamwork, and kitchen standards

Food, Quality & Cost Control

• Assist in maintaining food quality, consistency, and portion control

• Support stock control, ordering, and waste management

• Ensure mise en place is prepared efficiently and to specification

• Uphold kitchen standards, systems, and procedures at all times

Food & Service Excellence

• Support delivery of high-quality food across all outlets, including restaurant, banqueting, room service, and colleague dining

• Work actively in food production and service as required by business needs

• Consistently strive to exceed guest expectations

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards

• Maintain high standards of health & safety within all kitchen areas

• Report accidents, defects, or hazards in line with hotel procedures

• Attend and complete all mandatory training, including health & safety and fire training

Ideal Junior Sous Chef

• Experience as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef within a luxury or high-quality kitchen environment

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Positive, motivated attitude with a strong desire to develop leadership skills

• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining exceptional standards

• Passion for quality ingredients and professional cookery

• (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent preferred)

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