New Job Opening: Junior Sous Chef Award Winning Fine Dining Restaurant in Bedfordshire, UK

Job Description

This is not your average kitchen. Our client is an award-winning fine dining restaurant in Bedfordshire, known for its elegant modern British cooking, exceptional ingredients and a dining experience that consistently exceeds expectations. They are now looking for a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join their close-knit, highly talented brigade.

This is a rare opportunity to develop your craft within a kitchen led by genuinely supportive, down-to-earth owners who are deeply invested in their team’s growth, well-being, and long-term careers. Creativity is encouraged, progression is real, and the standards are among the best in the region.

Please note you will need your own transport due to the location.

What’s in it for you as a Junior Sous Chef…

• £37,000 per annum plus service charge (£300-£400 per month)


• 28 days holiday


• Support with relocation if required


• 5 days per week with only 3 evening services


• 2 full days off and 2 evenings off every week


• Excellent training and development


• Restaurant closure over Christmas and New Year


• Pension scheme


• Meals on duty

What they are looking for…

• A strong background in Michelin-starred or 3 AA Rosette kitchens is essential


• A genuine passion for modern British cuisine and seasonal produce


• Someone ambitious, creative and eager to continue learning


• A natural team player who thrives in a collaborative, professional brigade

Responsibilities…

• Producing beautifully presented, modern British dishes using exceptional ingredients


• Supporting the Senior Sous and Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen


• Contributing ideas towards menu development and tastings


• Maintaining the highest standards of organisation, cleanliness and consistency


• Mentoring junior chefs and leading by example during service

Working here is about more than just the food. The owners have built a culture where people feel valued, supported and proud of what they do. Their reputation for nurturing talent and creating a positive kitchen environment is one of the reasons the team stays and grows together.

PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE.

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