Sous Chef

Sous Chef - Chichester £38,000 + Clear Progression to £40,000 Head ChefStep into your first Head Chef role with strong progression and a waterfront kitchen.

We're looking for an ambitious Sous Chef in Chichester to join a stunning waterfront dining restaurant, working with the best fresh local fish and seasonal produce. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into your first Head Chef pathway, gaining leadership experience, developing menus, and progressing with the full support of an experienced executive chef.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

You'll enjoy:

• Starting salary of £38,000, rising to £40,000 upon promotion to Head Chef
• Clear progression pathway into your first Head Chef role
• Overtime paid and supplier trips (vineyards, etc.)
• Work-life balance with structured hours (café service finishing by 5pm when no events are scheduled)
• Christmas Day closed (Boxing Day open)
• Reduced winter hours
• Waterfront dining environment
• Fresh local fish and seasonal produce focus
• Free staff parking and meals on shift
• Friends and family discounts across all sites
• Fun staff parties and a supportive team environment

Key Responsibilities

As Sous Chef, you will support the kitchen and develop into a leadership role:

• Support and deputise for the Head Chef in all kitchen operations
• Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff
• Assist with menu planning and development, gaining more autonomy over time
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation
• Support cost control, stock management, and ordering
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
• Work closely with management to deliver excellent service

What we're looking for:

We're looking for a driven Sous Chef ready to take the next step:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen
• Ambition to progress into a Head Chef role
• Passion for food and experience with fresh, high-quality produce
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong understanding of food costs, stock control, and waste reduction
• Commitment to consistently high standards of food quality and presentation
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Solid knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations

If you're an ambitious Sous Chef looking to progress in Chichester and step towards your first Head Chef role, this is a brilliant opportunity. Apply now.

Job Number 935776 Location Chichester Role Sous Chef

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