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Senior Sous Chef

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  • Location: Hunstanton
  • Salary: £37k - 38k per year + Approx 3K Tips, Live-In available if required
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Sector: Hospitality
  • Contact: Helen Dawson
  • Contact Email: h.dawson@select.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: ...
  • Job Ref: SF64711

Sous Chef / Senior Sous Chef – Coastal Hospitality Venue (North Norfolk)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and confident Sous Chef / Senior Sous Chef to join the kitchen at a busy coastal hospitality venue in North Norfolk. This role is ideal for a strong chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take on a key leadership role within a well-established brigade.

The kitchen team currently comprises seven members, including a Junior Sous, four Chef de Parties and a Commis, offering a solid and supportive structure. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head Chef to help lead, organise, and motivate the team while maintaining high standards of food quality and service.

Key Details:

  • Salary: £37,000 – £38,000 per year

  • Bonus: Potential £3,000 Troncs

  • Schedule: 4-day working week (48 hours)

  • Pay Structure: Weekly paid salary, Troncs paid monthly. Overtime paid at hourly rate over the contracted hours

  • Accommodation: Available at £80 per week including all bills, located just five minutes from the beach

The Role:

  • Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen

  • Help lead and organise the brigade during service

  • Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation

  • Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation

  • Play a key role in delivering service for up to 300 covers on peak days

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Experienced Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up

  • Confident working in a high-volume kitchen environment

  • A natural team player with strong leadership and organisational skills

  • Calm under pressure and committed to maintaining high standards

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established venue in a beautiful seaside location, offering a strong salary package, a balanced four-day working week, and affordable accommodation close to the beach.

If you're looking to take the next step in your culinary career within a busy and supportive kitchen team, we would love to hear from you.