Sous Chef - £38,000 to £42,000 | 48-hour week & genuine work-life balance
Sous Chef role offering variety, stability, and a great location in Sherborne with easy commutes
We're recruiting for a Sous Chef opportunity in Sherborne, set within a unique multi-space hospitality venue. This site offers a mix of restaurant dining, café service, and large-scale events, giving any Sous Chef excellent variety and exposure. Located in Sherborne, the venue is a short drive from Yeovil and within around 30-40 minutes of both Dorchester and Weymouth, making it an accessible and appealing place to work.
This Sous Chef position is ideal for a chef who enjoys working with fresh, seasonal food while being part of a supportive and well-structured kitchen team.
Why apply / What's in it for you?
You'll enjoy:
A salary of £38,000 to £42,000
A structured 48-hour working week (typically 2 long days and 3 daytime shifts)
Free on-site parking
A genuine focus on work-life balance
The opportunity to work across restaurant, café, and events hospitality
A stable and growing operation with a strong reputation
Key Responsibilities:
As Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen:
Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
Lead the team during service and ensure consistency across all areas
Assist with developing seasonal menus using fresh ingredients
Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene
Support stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation
Help deliver catering for events, private functions, and group bookings
What we're looking for:
To succeed as a Sous Chef, you'll bring:
Experience as a chef within a fresh-food kitchen environment
Confidence supporting both restaurant and event service
A hands-on approach to leadership during busy services
Strong organisation and attention to detail
A genuine passion for cooking from fresh ingredientsIf you're looking for your next step as a Sous Chef in Sherborne, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected team in a well-connected Sherborne location, easily commutable from Yeovil, Dorchester, and Weymouth. Apply now to take the next step in your chef career.
Job Number │ (phone number removed) / INDREGIONALBOMO
Location │ Sherborne
Role │ Sous Chef
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