Are you passionate about Italian cuisine and ready to take the next step in your career within a prestigious and fast-paced kitchen? The Arts Club, a hub of culinary excellence, is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our Ofelia Kitchen. As Junior Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role within the brigade, supporting the Sous Chef and Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You will be responsible for maintaining exceptional food standards, ensuring smooth service, and supporting the development of junior team members. While not essential, experience with classic Italian dishes such as pizza, pasta, and traditional recipes will be highly regarded. Above all, we are looking for someone with strong leadership qualities, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for Italian cuisine.

What we offer: Private medical benefits Discount in over 800 retail outlets Discounts on food & beverage in our restaurants and sister businesses Enhanced Sickness Pay Life assurance Pension scheme Enhanced sickness pay An exciting range of learning and development programmes Enhanced maternity pay Uniform laundry service Opportunities for promotion and continual progression Complimentary meals while on shift Employee assistance programme * Terms and conditions apply to all the above benefits.

Key Responsibilities: Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen Lead and supervise sections during service, ensuring smooth and efficient operations Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, taste, and presentation Ensure consistency by following recipes and established standards Oversee portion control and minimise wastage to support profitability Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards Train, mentor, and support the development of junior chefs Assist with stock control, ordering, and supplier management Ensure all sections are fully prepared for service (mise en place) Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment at all times

Job Summary The Junior Sous Chef will work closely with the senior kitchen team to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and service. You will take an active role in supervising the team, supporting service delivery, and contributing to the overall success of the kitchen. This role requires strong organisational skills, leadership ability, and a hands-on approach.

- Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives to apply. However applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Note:Recruitment agencies, we love what you do, but this time weve got it coveredso no need to call us. Thanks for understanding!

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