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Key Recruitment have a new opportunity for a Sous Chef to joinan independent top rated, 150 cover restaurant in West Sussex. This role is on a temp basis for 2-4 weeks, to cover staff holiday £19.00 per hour Serving food 12pm–3pm & 6pm–9pm Monday–Saturday 12pm–7pm Sunday (Out of the kitchen by approx. 9.15pm Weekdays, 7.30pm Sundays) Our client is passionate about creating and preparing dishes from locally sourced, fresh ingredients. Their Rosette standard seasonal menus are key to their business and what sets them apart from other restaurants. What you'll need: • Proven Sous Chef or similar experience from a Rosette standard restaurant, • Be used to working with fresh ingredients and places heavy emphasis on quality and consistency Interested? Apply now!

Junior Sous Chef: £40k package - Burgess Hill area, all fresh food, 3 evenings off a week and 2.5 days off per week • Own Transport essential and you must be living and working in the UK and have Right to Work/Settlement Status. If you are on any form of Visa we cannot help you., • 2.5 days off per week, so 3 evenings off per week, and you will be out of the kitchen between 9.15pm and 9.30pm Monday to Saturday and by 7.30pm on a Sunday evening., • On average our Chefs stay with us for about 6 years., • Privately owned family run restaurant and bar with 150 covers is looking for a JuniorSous Chef to join their brigade of 9. Here we cook fresh seasonal dishes everyday with specials. Our cuisine is modern British with some classics and some contemporary dishes. We are a 'work hard'....'play hard' culture in a supportive friendly atmosphere. Experience We are looking for a Junior Sous Chef who can cook to a high level using all fresh ingredients, has innovation, creativity and great attention to detail. A Chef who can prepare, cook and present all fresh food to Rosette Standard and enjoys working within a friendly team. Ideally a background in gastro pubs or restaurant and who enjoys working in a fast paced kitchen. Salary & Benefits • up to £40k on target earnings, • tips paid weekly and bonus paid annually £6,000k, • 45 - 50 hour week, • 4.5 days over 7 days (mix of splits and straights), • 3 evenings off per week, • Working hours: 9.15am to 3.30pm, Break, 5.30pm to 9.15pm, • Kitchen closes at 7pm on a Sunday evening, • 2 days off together per week plus another half day, • Performance bonus/Xmas bonus, • Free parking, • Free meals on duty Must be living and working in the UK or have Right to Work/Settlement Status. Please apply with an up-to-date CV. #juniorsouschef #souschef#allfreshfood #gastropubsouschef

Senior Sous Chef Opportunity - Exceptional Independent Restaurant.Package Up to £45,000 Base + £5,000 tronc.We have a highly sought after opportunity for a proven Sous Chef ready for the Senior Sous Chef title.Join a family-run independent restaurant known for its high-quality, fresh, seasonal men

As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting. Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be: • Mon: Full-time (Days), • Tues: Full-time (Days), • Weds: Full-time (Days), • Thurs: Full-time (Days), • Fri:, • Sat:, • Sun: Your key responsibilities will include: • Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers, • Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in, • Proudly representing Restaurant Associates and and embodying our positive brand image, • Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently, • Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene, • Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations Our ideal Catering Assistant will: • Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do, • Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service, • Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player, • Embrace the excitement of thriving u...

Sous Chef Up to £50,000 package | Fresh Food | Independent Restaurant | Work-Life Balance Are you a Sous Chef looking to join a quality-driven independent restaurant where food, people, and culture genuinely matter? We're working with a highly regarded fresh food operation that has built an excellent reputation for delivering seasonal dishes, exceptional hospitality, and memorable dining experiences. This is an opportunity to join a close-knit team that prides itself on using quality ingredients, supporting local suppliers, and creating an environment where chefs can genuinely thrive. The business enjoys a strong local following, a busy year-round trade, and a leadership team that believes in developing people and promoting from within. What's in it for you? • Salary up to £50K package inclusive of tronc, • Consistent fresh food operation, • Supportive and hands-on management team, • Excellent work-life balance, • Opportunity to contribute to menu development and seasonal specials, • Genuine progression opportunities within a growing business, • Staff discounts and company benefits, • Strong focus on team culture and wellbeing The Role • Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen, • Leading service and maintaining high food quality standards, • Assisting with stock cont...

Senior Sous Chef package to £50,000 - restaurant. This popular, independent restaurant is currently seeking a talented Senior Sous Chef to join the team and assist with the day to day running of the kitchen. With a brigade of 8 chefs, they prepare modern British cuisine, and everything is made in h

Senior Sous Chef £44,000 £5,000£6,000 tronc 4550 hours 2.5 days off 3 evenings off per week Ready to step into a senior leadership role in a top-rated kitchen? This is your chance to join one of Sussexs most respected independent restaurants a fast-paced, high-quality environment where your creativity, leadership and passion for fresh food will truly shine. Working closely with an experienced Head Chef, youll play a key role in shaping menus, developing the team, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Whats in it for you? £44,000 + £5,000£6,000 tronc 2.5 days off every week 4550 hours per week Work alongside a skilled, experienced brigade Be part of a family-run, supportive culture Full kitchen autonomy About the Restaurant Independent, 150-cover restaurant Modern British cuisine with a focus on seasonal, locally sourced produce Fresh food prepared to order with daily specials Diverse service including restaurant dining, weddings & private events Your Role As Senior Sous Chef , youll be a key leader in the kitchen, helping drive performance, standards and creativity. You will: Lead, motivate and develop a team of 12 Work closely with the Head Chef on menus & daily specials Deliver consistently high standards Take ownership of kitchen operations in the Head Chefs absence Support with stock control, ordering & GP management Plan and execute events, weddings & large bookings Maintain exceptional food safety & hygiene standards Build strong relationships with the Front of House team What Were Looking For Youre a confident, hands-on Senior Sous Chef (or strong Sous ready to step up) who thrives in a busy, fresh-food environment. Proven experience in high-quality restaurants or gastro pubs Strong understanding of fresh, seasonal cooking A natural leader and mentor Calm under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen Good grasp of GP, cost control & waste management Creative flair and passion for menu development Reliable, organised and detail-driven Own transport required UK-based applicants only (no accommodation available) Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career. BOH1 TPBN1_UKCT

About Borde Hill A family-owned Estate in West Sussex with a botanically-rich Garden and Parkland open to 70,000 visitors each year. Listed Grade II*, set in 383 acres of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Stephenson Clarke family have been custodians for five generations, with a focus on sustainability, community and biodynamic estate-grown produce. Located 40 minutes from London, 20 minutes from Brighton. The Stables The original 1906 Stables has been transformed into a series of dining destinations Edies Kitchen & Pantry, and a stunning glasshouse Restaurant Isca all embodying an ethos of casual excellence, celebrating seasonal, biodynamic produce and bringing the garden to the plate. Role Overview Edies Kitchen is its own distinct dining destination within the estate a space with real character, a loyal following, and exciting potential. Guided by Executive Chef Jack Hazell, and Head Chef Philip McEnaney, you will take full oversight of Edies Kitchens day to day culinary operations, ensuring consistent, seasonal dishes are served. We are looking for a passionate chef who brings fresh thinking, positive energy and a genuine desire to create a casual dining destination at Edies Kitchen. Key Responsibilities Oversee the day to day of Edies Kitchen menu development, food preparation and ensuring consistency with the dishes. Work closely with the Executive Chef, contributing ideas openly as a positive, solutions-focused voice. Develop and evolve the menu with a fresh, seasonal, produce-led approach rooted in Borde Hills biodynamic ethos. Lead, inspire and develop the kitchen team, building a positive, collaborative culture. Own the day-to-day operations end-to-end: prep, service, hygiene standards and kitchen organisation. Manage food safety and hygiene standards rigorously, in full compliance with current legislation. Manage stock, supplier relationships and ordering to ensure quality and minimal waste. Monitor food GP targets and contribute actively to the commercial performance of Edies Kitchen. Deliver catering for events and functions, working collaboratively with the wider Borde Hill team. Champion sustainability and environmentally responsible kitchen practices. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Please provide evidence in your covering letter and CV. Essential Proven experience as a Sous Chef, ideally within a quality-led or produce-focused restaurant environment. Passion for seasonal, locally sourced produce and delivering high-quality, fresh food. A positive, open mindset someone who embraces change and is excited by the opportunity to shape something new. Good leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a small, dynamic team. Solid understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings. Familiarity with dietary requirements and allergen management. Genuine interest in garden-to-plate or sustainable food practices. Desirable Experience in event catering and high-volume service. What We Offer Borde Hill has a small, dedicated, professional and friendly team who embody a one team culture. We want everyone to feel valued and fairly rewarded. Your package includes: Competitive salary and performance-based bonus Opportunities for professional growth and training A vibrant, collaborative work culture including time at the biodynamic market garden for all staff levels Daily staff meals A Borde Hill family membership allowing free entry to the Garden and Parkland Discount in the Borde Hill shop and catering outlets Free tickets for selected events throughout the open season Free access at selected times to our Partner Gardens (Chelsea Physic Garden, The Newt, Sculpture by the Lakes, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, West Dean) Free access to our wellbeing programme of events Free parking Option for discounted accommodation on-site We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, or sexual orientation. TPBN1_UKCT