Junior Sous Chef - Aylesbury

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver great shifts, ensuring prep is done for each day and every dish goes out to spec.
• Help maintain a clean, well‑organised kitchen and uphold high food standards every single shift.
• Take ownership of your section, keeping on top of prep & par, cleanliness, hygiene and food safety at all times.
• Follow allergen processes at all times and ensure the kitchen is compliant and safe.
• Support and work alongside the wider kitchen team, helping newer chefs develop their skills and confidence.
• Know the dish specs inside out and make sure every plate that goes out is something to be proud of.

Qualifications

• Existing Junior Sous Chef, or an experienced Chef de Partie or Senior Chef looking to take the next step in their career.
• Experience working with fresh ingredients and ability to demonstrate strong kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold, cleaning, knife skills, good hygiene practices).
• A natural team player who rolls their sleeves up, leads from the front, and genuinely cares about the food that goes out.
• Self‑motivated and able to work at pace with limited supervision.
• Strong knowledge of best practice when it comes to allergens, kitchen essentials, and food safety.
• Work Schedule

Hourly paid flexible contract. Likely to include evening and weekend work. Ideal for part‑time, full‑time, or flexible work seekers.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay up to £13.30 per hour + tips (shared equally across the team based on hours worked).
• Paid breaks.
• Staff food every shift and free meal on every shift.
• 50% discount on food and drinks from day one (including alcohol across all our brands).
• Christmas and Boxing Day off.
• Long‑service awards (vouchers/extra money).
• Early access to your pay with Stream.
• Emotional and practical support via the Licensed Trade Charity.
• No uniform policy.
• Staff parties and events (e. g., Loungefest).
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