Junior Sous Chef – Fistral
Fistral is entering an exciting new era as we evolve into a
more drinks-led, social, beach-bar inspired destination. To support this next
phase, we’re reshaping our kitchen and Front of House leadership teams, and
we’re looking for a talented Junior Sous Chef to support our Head Chef and Sous
Chef in delivering exceptional food and experiences.
If you thrive in fast-paced, vibrant environments, love
creating memorable dishes, and enjoy developing your skills and supporting your
team, we’d love to hear from you.
As Junior Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Sous Chef
and Head Chef, helping to maintain high standards in the kitchen and deliver
dishes consistently and efficiently. You’ll take ownership of daily kitchen
operations when needed, assist with menu execution, and help ensure every guest
enjoys an outstanding culinary experience. This is a hands-on role, ideal for
someone eager to grow into a senior kitchen position, learn from experienced
chefs, and contribute to a positive, high-performing kitchen culture.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Assist
the Head Chef and Sous Chef in leading and supporting the kitchen team
* Help
with menu execution, specials, and seasonal dishes
* Ensure
consistent, high-quality food delivery aligned to Fistral’s new concept
* Support
daily kitchen operations including prep, mise en place, and service flow
* Maintain
compliance with food safety, health & safety, and HACCP standards
* Assist
with stock control, ordering, and supplier communication
* Mentor
and support junior and commis chefs, fostering a positive team environment
* Contribute
to operational efficiency, productivity, and cost control
* Step
up to support the Sous Chef or Head Chef when required
What We’re Looking For
* Experience
in a professional kitchen, ideally in a quality-led hospitality
environment
* Passion
for food, drink, and delivering excellent guest experiences
* Strong
teamworking and budding leadership skills
* Willingness
to learn, take initiative, and develop into a more senior role
* Calm,
organised, and confident under pressure
* Hands-on
approach with a desire to lead by example
* Commitment
to building inclusive, engaged, and high-performing teams
* Enthusiasm
for contributing to the growth and evolution of Fistral’s new concept
What You’ll Get
* Mentoring
and support from the Head Chef, Sous Chef, and leadership team
* Opportunities
to contribute ideas to menu development, specials, and creative dishes
* Access
to training, development, and progression pathways
* Competitive
salary and a clear route to promotion within the kitchen
* A
chance to be part of an iconic coastal business entering an exciting new
phase
* A
collaborative, people-focused, quality-driven working environment
If you’re ready to grow your career, support a new chapter
for Fistral, and help deliver outstanding culinary experiences, apply now and
join Rick Stein Restaurants.