Job Description
Junior Sous Chef / Sous Chef\n
Location: Eastleigh, Hampshire
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Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
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Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week
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Contract: Full-Time
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Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7, including evenings, weekends and varying shift patterns
About the Role\n
We are looking for a passionate and motivated Junior Sous Chef / Sous Chef to join our busy leisure and hospitality venue in Eastleigh. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious chef looking to develop their career within a fast-paced environment, supporting both our restaurant operation and a varied programme of events.
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Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help deliver high-quality food across restaurant service, private functions, and special events while maintaining excellent kitchen standards.
Key Responsibilities\n
\n - Support the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
\n - Prepare and deliver high-quality food for restaurant and event service.
\n - Assist with menu development and seasonal specials.
\n - Ensure food hygiene, health & safety, and HACCP standards are maintained.
\n - Support stock control, ordering, and minimising wastage.
\n - Supervise and mentor junior kitchen team members.
\n - Maintain high standards of food presentation and consistency.
\n - Work flexibly across various shifts to meet business needs.
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What We're Looking For\n
\n - Previous experience as a Chef de Partie ready to step up, or an existing Junior Sous Chef/Sous Chef.
\n - Experience in both restaurant and event/catering service is desirable.
\n - Strong organisational and communication skills.
\n - A positive, hands-on approach and the ability to perform under pressure.
\n - Good knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance.
\n - Passion for fresh food and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
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What We Offer\n
\n - Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per year.
\n - Minimum 40 hours per week.
\n - 5-day working week from 7-day operation.
\n - Opportunity to work across a vibrant leisure venue with varied restaurant and event business.
\n - Career development and progression opportunities.
\n - Company benefits and staff discounts (where applicable).
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To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role. We look forward to hearing from you.
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