Job Description

As our next Junior Sous Chef, you'll already have a proven track record in busy kitchens and now you're ready to take your career to the next level. You may be working as a Chef de Partie already and looking for the next step in your career.

We're seeking a dynamic leader who lives and breathes passion, someone who can inspire and uplift their team to surpass our guests' expectations. You're not just about cooking – you're about creating masterpieces, ensuring impeccable presentation, and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and safety. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will work closely with the executive chef in managing all aspects of kitchen operations. Your role will be crucial in ensuring the highest quality of food and maintaining a smooth kitchen workflow.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head Chef to create and execute menus that meet the highest standards of quality and culinary excellence
• Assist in training and developing new kitchen team members, providing guidance and feedback to enhance their skills
• Oversee food preparation, ensuring that all dishes are prepared and served according to the recipes and portioning guidelines established by the executive chef
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in ordering and receiving food and supplies to maintain appropriate stock levels
• Collaborate with the executive chef in cost control and budget management, making recommendations for improvement

Benefits

• Exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] team member rates at our UK hotels, from just £30 Bed and Breakfast; discounted stays for friends and family; 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars; free meals while on duty; access to high-street discounts; up to 40% savings on bikes with Cycle To Work Scheme; generous refer-a-friend bonuses starting at £250.
• Caring for your health and wellbeing: calendar of wellness activities; Employee Assistance Programme; Healthcare Cash Plan options from £5 per month.
• Supporting your hospitality career growth: fully funded apprenticeship programmes; internal development programmes; monthly and annual service awards.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] manages over 100 hotels across four continents. But what sets us apart isn't scale — it's the people who show up every day and make guests feel like the only person in the room.

We were recognised by The Sunday Times as a top ten Very Big Organisation in the 2024 and 2025 Best Places to Work lists as well as being the top ranked hospitality business in 2025.

Additional Details

Department: Kitchen
Role: Junior Sous Chef
Locations: Holiday Inn Southampton-Eastleigh
Yearly salary: £30,500