Sous Chef

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 │ (phone number removed) / INDSOTONCHEF
Location │ Winchester
Role │ Sous Chef

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