Sous Chef

Permanent

Sous Chef – Southampton | £37,000-£38,000 + Bonus & Tronc

Step into a Sous Chef role with clear progression, strong bonuses, and excellent work-life balance in a countryside setting.

This Sous Chef in Southampton offers an excellent opportunity to join a thriving hospitality business near Romsey, where quality food, fresh produce, and a supportive kitchen culture are at the heart of everything. This Sous Chef in Southampton is ideal for someone looking to progress into a Head Chef position while enjoying a genuinely balanced way of life and strong career development. As a Sous Chef in Southampton, you’ll be joining a venue that genuinely invests in its kitchen team.

Why apply / What’s in it for you?

• £37,000-£38,000 plus tronc and quarterly performance bonuses
• Clear progression route from Sous Chef into Head Chef
• You’ll benefit from overtime pay and unique supplier experiences such as vineyard trips
• Work-life balance with evenings off when events allow and café shifts finishing by 5pm
• Christmas Day and Boxing Day closed
• Reduced evening work during winter months
• Free staff parking and meals on shift
• Friends and family discounts across all sites
• Fun staff events and a supportive kitchen team

Key Responsibilities

As Sous Chef in Southampton, you’ll support the Head Chef in all day-to-day kitchen operations while maintaining consistently high standards.

• Support and deputise for the Head Chef across kitchen service
• Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff
• Assist with menu planning and development as your role grows
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation
• Work closely with management to deliver smooth, consistent service

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a passionate Chef with experience in Southampton who thrives in a busy kitchen environment.

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen
• Ambition to progress into a senior leadership role
• Passion for fresh, high-quality produce
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining standards

If you’re an ambitious Sous Chef in Southampton looking to progress in Romsey countryside setting, this Sous Chef in Southampton role is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career. Apply now to join a supportive team where your development is genuinely valued.

Job Number │ 935775 │ INDSOTONCHEF
Location │ Southampton
Role │ Sous Chef

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