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Sous Chef

PLATINUM RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY LIMITED
Hursley Full-time GBP 35,000 – 37,500
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Sous Chef - £37,500 including tronc | Creative Freedom in an Independent Kitchen
Join a rosetted venue where your ideas matter and your development is encouraged.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Sous Chef to join a well-regarded independent venue in Winchester. Working closely with an experienced Head Chef, you'll play a key role in maintaining high culinary standards while helping to shape and develop the menu. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Sous Chef looking to work in a quality-driven environment with genuine input into the food offering.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

  • £37,500 including tronc

  • Free parking

  • Employee discount

  • Opportunity to be creative and contribute to menu development

  • Work closely with an experienced leadership team

  • Join an independent business where your ideas are valued

  • Be part of a team striving to maintain and build upon rosette standards

Key Responsibilities

As Sous Chef, you'll support the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen while ensuring exceptional food quality throughout service.

  • Assist the Head Chef with the overall management of the kitchen

  • Maintain high food quality and presentation standards

  • Support the team in achieving and exceeding rosette-level expectations

  • Train, mentor and develop junior kitchen team members

  • Ensure consistency across all sections during service

  • Help drive creativity and innovation within the menu offering

What we're looking for

We're keen to speak with experienced professionals who are passionate about quality food and kitchen leadership.

  • Previous experience as a Sous Chef within a strong culinary environment

  • Experience working to rosette standards is highly desirable

  • Strong leadership and team development skills

  • Passion for fresh food and attention to detail

  • A positive and proactive approach to kitchen operations

  • Commutable from Southampton and surrounding areas

If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Sous Chef in Winchester, and want to work alongside a talented Chef team in an ambitious independent business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your culinary career in Winchester.

Job Number 936255 / INDSOTONCHEF
Location Winchester
Role Sous Chef

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