Junior Sous Chef – The Café Theatre at Redfields Garden CentreReady to Step Up?
Are you a talented Chef de Partie looking for the next stage in your career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, love creating exceptional food, and want to be part of a team that genuinely values quality, people, and work-life balance?
The Café Theatre at Redfields Garden Centre is looking for an ambitious, passionate, and driven Junior Sous Chef to join our award-winning team.
This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to develop your skills, take on greater responsibility, and build a long-term career within a growing and respected hospitality business.
With daytime hours only, no late-night finishes, and guaranteed time off over Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day, and Easter Sunday, this role offers the perfect balance between a rewarding culinary career and a great quality of life.
Why Join Us?
- Excellent career progression opportunities
- A supportive leadership team committed to your development
- Daytime working hours only
- No late-night services
- Staff discounts across the garden centre
- Training and development programmes
- Opportunity to contribute ideas and influence menus
- Work with fresh ingredients and seasonal produce
- Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and Easter Sunday
- Friendly, professional, and passionate team environment
The Role
As Junior Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to help lead the kitchen team, maintain exceptional food standards, and ensure smooth daily operations.
You will be a hands-on leader who leads by example, inspires colleagues, and is passionate about delivering consistently excellent food and service.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef with all aspects of kitchen operations
- Lead and supervise kitchen staff during service
- Ensure food is prepared and presented to the highest standards
- Maintain consistency, quality, and portion control across all dishes
- Assist in menu development and seasonal specials
- Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and stock control
- Minimise waste and maximise kitchen efficiency
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
- Conduct daily food safety checks and maintain accurate records
- Assist with staff training and development
- Help manage kitchen rotas and labour efficiency when required
- Support recruitment and onboarding of new team members
- Maintain a clean, organised, and professional kitchen environment
- Ensure excellent communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams
- Step into a leadership role in the absence of the Sous Chef or Head Chef
What We're Looking ForEssential
- Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef
- Strong understanding of fresh food preparation and service
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Knowledge of food safety and HACCP procedures
- Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining standards
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Passion for food and hospitality
- Strong communication and leadership potential
Desirable
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or higher)
- Experience within high-volume café, restaurant, or hospitality environments
- Previous experience supervising or training team members
- Understanding of stock control and GP management
The Person
You are someone who:
- Wants to progress your culinary career
- Takes pride in producing exceptional food
- Leads by example and motivates others
- Has high standards and attention to detail
- Brings energy, enthusiasm, and positivity to every shift
- Enjoys being part of a close-knit team
- Embraces challenges and seeks continuous improvement
Your Future Starts Here
If you're a passionate Chef de Partie ready to take the next step, or an existing Junior Sous Chef looking for a fresh challenge with genuine career progression, we'd love to hear from you.
Join The Café Theatre at Redfields Garden Centre and become part of a business where quality, people, and passion are at the heart of everything we do.
Apply today and help create memorable dining experiences while building a career you can be proud of.
Work Location: In person
