Step Up in the Kitchen – Become a Sous Chef at Chiquito!
At Chiquito, we’re all about bold flavours, sizzling dishes, and unforgettable experiences. If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, and love leading a team to success, we’d love to welcome you as a Sous Chef!
Why Join Chiquito?
We know that great food starts with great people, so we offer:
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Hourly pay and opportunity to earn Tronc
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A Place for Everyone – We celebrate individuality and welcome anyone who brings passion, energy, and a love for bold cooking.
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Awesome Discounts – 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands, plus 25% off for friends & family.
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Career Growth – Fully funded apprenticeships in Hospitality Management (Level 4)
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Wellbeing & Support – Our Employee Assistance Program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, second medical opinion service, and more.
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Perks & Rewards – Early access to wages, discounted gym memberships, and exclusive savings on theme parks, shopping, and more!
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Team Competitions & Events – Win trips, join team parties, and earn e-points to spend on your favourite brands.
What You’ll Do as a Sous Chef:
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Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team and delivering bold, flavour-packed dishes.
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Cook to spec and maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
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Help train and develop the kitchen team, creating a positive and motivated environment.
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Maintain top hygiene and safety standards at all times.
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Step up and take charge when the Head Chef is away.
Who We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for a kitchen leader—someone who’s confident, calm under pressure, and passionate about food and people. If you’ve got experience in a busy kitchen and love creating a positive, high-performing team culture, we want to hear from you.
At Chiquito, our teams are like family. We put people at the heart of everything we do, creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace where you can be yourself, feel supported, and grow your career. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know – we’ve got you.
Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can be great for getting started, but what really makes an application shine is you – your experience, personality, and leadership style.
What’s the process?
Application CV review friendly phone chat first‑stage interview second‑stage interview offer and onboarding
At Chiquito, we don’t just hire experience we hire leaders. If you’re a strong communicator, passionate about people, and thrive in a guest-focused, high-energy setting, we want to hear from you.
Ready to spice up your career Apply now and bring your flavour to Chiquito!
