Job Description
Junior Sous Chef - £39K-£41K + Live-In Available - Suffolk
Salary: £39,000-£41,000 plus tips
Hours: 45-50 hours per week
Accommodation: Live-in available at £65 per week
Location: Suffolk outskirts of Colchester
Convenient for: Colchester, Ipswich & Sudbury
Are you a talented Junior Sous Chef looking to join a busy, newly refurbished, high-volume kitchen where your skills are recognised and rewarded? This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a large professional and supportive brigade, working across multiple kitchens on-site with the flexibility to gain experience in both.
Why Join Us?
- Live-in accommodation available - no commuting stress (£60 per week)
- Straight shifts available: 9am-5pm, 9am-9pm, or 12pm-10pm
- Competitive salary of £39K-£41K for 45-50 hours per week, plus tips
- Hourly pay option also available
- Staff meals and uniform provided
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with genuine progression opportunities
What We're Looking For
- An experienced Junior Sous Chef or a strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up
- Ability to thrive in a large busy kitchen while maintaining consistently high standards
- Positive attitude with excellent teamwork skills
- Strong leadership and communication abilities
- Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen standards
- Full driving licence required unless using the live-in accommodation
Your Responsibilities
- Support the large senior kitchen team in the day-to-day running of service
- Take ownership of your section during prep and service
- Prepare and present dishes to a consistently high standard
- Help mentor and motivate junior team members
- Maintain excellent hygiene, cleanliness, and stock control
If you're a passionate chef who enjoys working in a busy kitchen and is looking for genuine career progression, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV.
