Junior Sous Chef – £39K–£41K + Live-In Available – Suffolk
Salary: £39,000–£41,000 plus tips
Hours: 45–50 hours per week
Accommodation: Live-in available at £65 per week
Location: Suffolk outskirts of Colchester
Convenient for: Colchester, Ipswich & Sudbury
Are you a talented Junior Sous Chef looking to join a busy, newly refurbished, high-volume kitchen where your skills are recognised and rewarded? This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a large professional and supportive brigade, working across multiple kitchens on-site with the flexibility to gain experience in both.
Why Join Us?
*Live-in accommodation available – no commuting stress (£60 per week)
*Straight shifts available: 9am–5pm, 9am–9pm, or 12pm–10pm
*Competitive salary of £39K–£41K for 45–50 hours per week, plus tips
*Hourly pay option also available
*Staff meals and uniform provided
*Ongoing training and career development opportunities
*Work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with genuine progression opportunities
What We’re Looking For
*An experienced Junior Sous Chef or a strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up
*Ability to thrive in a large busy kitchen while maintaining consistently high standards
*Positive attitude with excellent teamwork skills
*Strong leadership and communication abilities
*Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen standards
*Full driving licence required unless using the live-in accommodation
Your Responsibilities
*Support the large senior kitchen team in the day-to-day running of service
*Take ownership of your section during prep and service
*Prepare and present dishes to a consistently high standard
*Help mentor and motivate junior team members
*Maintain excellent hygiene, cleanliness, and stock control
If you’re a passionate chef who enjoys working in a busy kitchen and is looking for genuine career progression, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV.