Knekt Hiring Hub
Job title:
Junior Sous Chef
Company
Knekt Hiring Hub
Job description
Junior Sous Chef – New Opening | Hitchin, Hertfordshire
📍 Hitchin | 💷 Up to £35,000 + Tronc | 🏡 Live‑in accommodation
📆 Closed Mondays & Tuesdays — enjoy a true work‑life balanceAbout the RoleJoin the opening kitchen team of a beautifully restored 16th-century coaching inn, relaunched in July 2025 as a modern British dining destination. With a richly preserved heritage space and craftsmanship-focused design, this new concept champions contemporary British cuisine rooted in seasonal and provenance-led cookingAs Junior Sous Chef, you’ll:Support the Head Chef in both daily under‑pressure service and prepLead your section with confidence and precision during serviceHelp shape seasonal menus and daily specials with flairEnsure the kitchen upholds its high standards of hygiene and presentationMentor and support junior team members as the brigade growsWe’re Looking For Someone WhoHas solid experience at CDP or strong Jnr Sous levelIs calm, organised, and thrives under pressureIs passionate about local ingredients and seasonal cookingWants the opportunity to contribute to a new, ambitious conceptValues teamwork, consistency, and kitchen excellenceWhat’s On OfferSalary up to £35,000, plus tronc/tipsLive-in accommodation available, flexible package options4.5 days/week, with guaranteed closure on Mondays & TuesdaysWork in a brand-new, high-spec kitchen in a beautifully designed heritage venueOpportunity to build and shape a kitchen from day one with clear progressionStaff perks, meals on duty, and a team-focused environmentWhy You’ll Love ItThis venue isn’t just a pub — it’s a premium dining destination that blends heritage architecture, a 46‑cover dining room, an intimate private dining space, and an enclosed patio for al fresco guestsApply today to be part of an exciting launch, work-life balance, and a future focused on craft, teamwork, and culinary excellence.
Expected salary
Location
Hertfordshire
Job date
Thu, 24 Jul 2025 22:52:36 GMT
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