Junior Sous Chef - Saint Ives

Overview

As Junior Sous Chef you will be a key part of the Ivo Lounge kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver great shifts every week.

You will help the team ensure every dish that leaves the pass is something to be proud of.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver great shifts, ensuring the prep is done each day and every dish goes out to spec.
• Take ownership of your section, keeping on top of prep, par, cleanliness, hygiene and food safety at all times.
• Follow allergen processes and ensure the kitchen is compliant and safe.
• Help maintain a clean, well‑organised kitchen and uphold high food standards every shift.
• 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 of the highest quality.

Qualifications

• Existing Junior Sous Chef, or experienced Chef de Partie or Senior Chef looking to take the next step.
• Experience working with fresh ingredients and demonstrated strong kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold, cleaning, knife skills, good hygiene practices).
• Strong knowledge of best practice for allergens, kitchen essentials and food safety.
• Self‑motivated, able to work at pace with limited supervision.
• A natural team player who leads from the front and genuinely cares about the quality of food.
• Reliable and punctual, always giving it your best when on duty.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay of up to £13.30 per hour + tips.
• Tips are shared equally across the team, based on hours worked.
• Flexible contract, suitable for part‑time, full‑time or flexible work seekers.
• Role likely to include evening and weekend work.
• Free meal on every shift regardless of length.
• Christmas and Boxing Day off.
• 50% discount on food and drinks from day one, including alcohol across all our brands (Lounge, Cosy Club & Brightside).
• Paid breaks.
• No uniform policy.
• Opportunity for genuine career development with our career pathways and bite‑size training courses.
• Early access to pay with Stream.
• Emotional and practical support via the Licensed Trade Charity.
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