Junior Sous Chef£36,000 Salary + £6,500–£8,000 Annual Tips£42,500–£44,000+ Total Earning Potential
45 Hours | Straight Shifts | Progression Towards a 4-Day Week
About Us
Craobh-Kroov is a thriving independent restaurant in the heart of Crieff, with excellent transport links to Perth and Stirling.
We're passionate about serving quality food in a relaxed and welcoming environment, while creating a workplace where our team can genuinely enjoy coming to work. We believe hospitality can offer both a rewarding career and a healthy work-life balance.
As we continue to grow and expand towards a 70-cover operation, we're looking for an ambitious Junior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and help shape the next chapter of the business.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef looking to take the next step in their career.
Working alongside our Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day operation of a busy, fresh-food kitchen. You'll be trusted to run the kitchen independently for 2–4 shifts each week, taking responsibility for service, organisation, food quality, and team leadership during those shifts.
For the remainder of your week, you'll work closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver consistently high standards and help drive the business forward.
This role is ideally suited to someone with experience in a small, fast-paced, made-to-order kitchen who enjoys variety, responsibility, and being part of a close-knit team.
Key Responsibilities
- Running the kitchen independently during designated shifts
- Leading service and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
- Preparing and delivering high-quality dishes to a consistently high standard
- Supporting stock control, ordering and waste management
- Assisting with menu development and seasonal specials
- Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards
- Supporting the training and development of junior team members
- Working closely with the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef to continually improve systems and standards
- Contributing positively to a strong team culture and working environment
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie, or similar role
- Experience working in a fresh-food, made-to-order kitchen
- Confidence leading a service and making decisions independently
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- A passion for quality food and hospitality
- Solid understanding of food safety and kitchen management
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn
- Someone who thrives in a small team environment where everyone contributes
What We OfferExcellent Earning Potential
- £36,000 salary based on a 45-hour working week
- Additional shared tronc/tips worth approximately £6,500–£8,000 per year
- Total earning potential of £42,500–£44,000+ annually
Work-Life Balance
- 45-hour week across 4–5 days
- Straight shifts only
- No split shifts
- Managed TOIL system for any additional shifts worked
- We are actively working towards a consistent 4-day week as the business continues to grow
A Hospitality Job That Understands Life Happens
We know that weekends are often considered untouchable in hospitality. At Craobh-Kroov, we take a different approach.
Whether it's a wedding, family celebration, festival, sporting event, holiday, or simply time you want to spend with friends and family, we work hard to ensure everyone has opportunities to enjoy weekends off throughout the year whenever operationally possible.
We believe a happy team delivers the best hospitality.
Additional Benefits
- Staff meals provided
- Genuine progression opportunities within a growing business
- Supportive management team with a hands-on approach
- Opportunity to play a key role in the growth of an expanding independent restaurant
- Positive working environment built on teamwork, respect, and professionalism
Join Our Team
We're looking for someone who wants more than just another kitchen job.
If you're an ambitious chef who enjoys working with fresh food, takes pride in their craft, and wants to be part of an exciting period of growth, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and become part of the Craobh-Kroov team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £44,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Crieff PH7 3EY (preferred)
Work Location: In person
