Sous Chef - Chichester | £38,000 + Clear Progression to £40,000 Head Chef
Step 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. xsngvjr Apply now.
Job Number │ 935776 │ INDSOTONCHEF
Location │ Chichester
Role │ Sous Chef
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