Junior Sous Chef

Junior Sous Chef

Michelin-Starred Restaurant 5 AA Rosettes Devon

46000 OTE (38000 Base c. 8000 Tronc)
48 Hours 5 Days Live-In Available

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Junior Sous Chef to join one of the UKs most prestigious luxury hospitality destinations.

Operating at Michelin-star level and 5 AA Rosettes this is a high-performance kitchen delivering refined seasonal menus within a world-class setting combining precision creativity and consistency at the highest level.

This is a role suited to a chef looking to step into a serious career-defining environment.

The Role

Working closely with the Head Chef and Senior Sous you will play a key role in delivering food to the highest standard while supporting the wider brigade.

You will:

• Support the senior team in the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Contribute to the development of seasonal menus and dishes
• Maintain consistency precision and execution across all services
• Act as a key link between kitchen and front-of-house teams
• Train mentor and support junior chefs
• Assist with stock control organisation and kitchen structure
• Uphold the highest standards of food safety hygiene and discipline

This is a hands-on role requiring both strong technical ability and leadership presence.

The Kitchen

• Michelin-starred restaurant
• 5 AA Rosettes
• Modern British seasonal cooking
• Exceptional produce and world-class wine programme
• State-of-the-art kitchen environment
• Highly skilled ambitious brigade

The Package

• 38000 base salary
• Generous tronc (c. 8000 per year)
• Total earnings circa 46000
• 48-hour contract across 5 days
• Live-in accommodation available
• 28 days holiday
• Staff meals on duty
• 25% discount on food and beverage
• Staff Bed & Breakfast rate
• Special staff Relais & Châteaux rate
• Training development and progression within a leading luxury group
• Additional company benefits and incentives

The Ideal Candidate

• Current Junior Sous Chef or strong Senior CDP ready to step up
• Background in Michelin-star or high-Rosette kitchens
• Strong technical ability and attention to detail
• Confident supporting and helping lead a brigade
• Calm organised and consistent under pressure
• Ambitious and driven to progress within top-level kitchens

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to join a kitchen operating at the very highest level in UK hospitality offering:

• Top-tier earnings for Junior Sous level
• Exposure to Michelin-star standards
• A structured professional environment
• Live-in accommodation
• Clear progression within a leading luxury operation

If you are serious about developing your career at the top end of the industry this is a standout opportunity.

Required Experience:

Junior IC