Junior Sous Chef – Fine Dining Meets Fun | £33,200K Package | The Square, Bristol Love the buzz of a busy service and being part of a great team? Ready to step up or carve out your legacy in a modern kitchen with high standards and big personality? This is your shot. We’re on the hunt for a passionate, talented Junior Sous Chef to join our tight-knit brigade at The Square – a fine dining restaurant and top-tier events venue at the heart of Bristol’s vibrant Clifton scene. As our new Junior Sous Chef, you’ll work alongside a team of six chefs and three KPs, producing bold, seasonal, modern British/European dishes in a kitchen that’s all about craft, creativity, and camaraderie. From à la carte to weddings, private dining to member events, your day-to-day will be varied, rewarding, and full of flavour. ________________________________________ Why join us as a Junior Sous Chef: Competitive Package: £33,200 per year package, comprising a basic salary of £31,000 per year estimated £2,200 service charge (paid monthly) Full-time - 5 shifts per week (on a rota, to include weekends and evenings) Real influence: have your say re. menu development, specials, and event menus Beautiful, fresh, local produce – we don’t cut corners, all is prepped in-house Closed Christmas Day & Boxing Day – you will get a proper festive break Scope to develop towards a Sous Chef position and beyond ________________________________________ What you’ll be doing as Junior Sous Chef: Supporting the Head Chef and working with the team to ensure a smooth service Supervising and mentoring junior chefs during service Ensuring smooth, high-quality output during busy services and private events Helping develop menus that celebrate seasonality and showcase your ideas Playing a hands-on role in training and developing the team ________________________________________ What you bring: Solid experience in fresh food, high-quality kitchens (fine dining or events is a bonus) A taste of leadership skills from previous employment, and a keenness to build those skills with us as Junior Sous Chef An ability to build trust and play your part in lifting team performance A calm, positive approach – even when the pass is on fire Ambition, a sense of humour, and a genuine love for food This role is perfect for an existing Junior Sous ready to get stuck into a new challenge, or a strong CDP or Senior CDP looking for the next step up in their career. We're looking for someone who is keen to join a forward-thinking kitchen where quality and creativity are the name of the game. ________________________________________ The Square – A bit about us: Part of the Quarter Group, The Square is one of Bristol’s most stylish venues – combining a refined restaurant, an exclusive private members’ club, and a thriving events space. We host everything from weddings to art exhibitions to buzzy private functions, all while staying grounded in hospitality that’s warm, personal and excellent. ________________________________________ Perks & Culture Free meals on shift – fuel for service 20-50% off across our four independent Clifton restaurants hotel discounts for friends & family Cycle to work scheme secure storage Discounts at local businesses (gyms, spas, hairdressers, activities & more) First Bus travel discount (10% off) Team socials, awards, and legendary staff parties Clear development pathway within an established, independent group A team that genuinely supports each other – we work hard, but we laugh a lot too ________________________________________ Ready to make your mark? To apply, just send your CV and a quick cover note telling us what excites you about the role. Click the ‘apply now’ button to get started. Applications close: Friday 18th July 2025. (We may close early if the right candidate comes along – so don’t hang about!) LP