Junior Sous Chef - £32,000 to £35,000 | Structured 48-hour week and excellent work life balance

We're recruiting for a Junior Sous Chef opportunity within a respected hospitality venue in Sherborne Dorset, offering the chance to work across a busy restaurant, café, and varied events operation. This is a fantastic next step for a strong Chef de Partie ready to progress into leadership while working with fresh ingredients in a creative and well-supported kitchen environment.

This Junior Sous Chef role in Dorset provides real variety, stability, and the opportunity to develop within a growing and highly regarded hospitality setting.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

You'll enjoy:

A salary of £32,000 to £35,000 A structured 48-hour working week (typically 2 long days and 3 daytime shifts) Free parking on site A strong focus on work life balance Exposure to restaurant service, daytime dining, and events catering The chance to grow your leadership skills within a respected venue in Dorset

Key Responsibilities:

As Junior Sous Chef, you'll support the senior kitchen team while developing your leadership experience:

Supporting the Sous Chef and Head Chef with daily kitchen operations Leading sections confidently during service Assisting with preparation for restaurant, café, and event service Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene Supporting stock control and kitchen organisation Helping train and guide junior team members

What we're looking for:

To succeed as Junior Sous Chef, you'll bring:

Experience working in a fresh-food kitchen environment Confidence running a section during busy service A positive attitude and willingness to step into a leadership role Strong teamwork and communication skills A genuine passion for cooking with fresh ingredients rather than bought-in produceIf you're ready for your next step as a Junior Sous Chef in Dorset, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and growing hospitality environment.

Job Number │KW(phone number removed) Location │ Dorset Role │ Junior Sous Chef

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