At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead kitchen operations and support the Head Chef in creating exceptional dishes.
- Company: Join Baxterstorey, a dynamic culinary team at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
- Benefits: Enjoy 28 days holiday, free meals, and bespoke training opportunities.
- Other info: Access to discounts, wellbeing support, and career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make your mark in a fast-paced kitchen while enjoying a great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Sous Chef and strong leadership skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31950 - 39050 £ per year.
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £33,000 - £34,000, 40 hours a week, minimal evening work. Great work-life balance.
Benefits:
- 28 Days holiday including bank holidays plus your birthday off
- 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
- Secondary career leave
- Wedding/commitment day leave
- Free meals on shift
- Bespoke training and development opportunities
- Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
- Pension and life insurance
- Discounts available from Perkbox app, from high street shops to holidays & cinema
- Access to employee assistance programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- 3 volunteering days
- 3 days grandparent leave
- Wellbeing hub
Company: Baxterstorey
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 24 Jul 2026
Closing date: 23 Aug 2026
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our culinary team in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. As Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our Head Chef while leading kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, and fostering a collaborative, innovative kitchen environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented culinary professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced settings and is committed to delivering outstanding dining experiences.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes and standards set by the Head Chef, consistently adhering to food safety and sanitation protocols
- Oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station, maintaining impeccable organization and cleanliness in line with kitchen policies and procedures
- Maintain rigorous quality control standards for all dishes, ensuring exceptional presentation and taste at all times
- Communicate positively and effectively with all team members, providing support and mentorship to junior chefs to foster their professional development
- Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop, test, and refine new recipes, offering innovative suggestions for menu improvements and culinary enhancements
- Manage kitchen inventory, monitor food costs, and implement efficient cost control measures while maintaining quality standards
- Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organized, and well-maintained, with all equipment functioning optimally and ready for service
- Lead by example, demonstrating resilience and decisiveness in high-pressure situations while maintaining a supportive and inclusive team atmosphere
- Assist in menu planning and contribute to strategic culinary decisions that align with organizational goals
Qualifications:
- Proven experience working as a Sous Chef or in a similar senior culinary role within a professional kitchen environment
- Comprehensive knowledge of various cooking techniques, cuisines, and food preparation methods
- Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation practices, and health and safety regulations
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environments while maintaining composure and quality
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask efficiently
- Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing and mentoring kitchen staff
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels
- Proficiency in inventory management, food costing, and budget control
- Culinary education or formal training from a recognized culinary institution (preferred)
- Current Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent food safety certification (preferred)
- Ability to adapt to changing menus and kitchen requirements while maintaining flexibility and a positive attitude
- Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence
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