We’re searching for a Junior Sous Chef to join the team at Ottolenghi Bicester Village. This is a key role for an ambitious chef who is ready to step up and take on more responsibility in a fast-paced, creative kitchen.
Working closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef, you’ll help to manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen, leading by example and ensuring dishes are delivered to Ottolenghi’s exacting standards.
What you’ll do:
- Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in managing service and kitchen operations.
- Lead and inspire the team, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency.
- Take responsibility for stock control, ordering, and waste management.
- Train and develop junior members of the team.
- Maintain food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards at all times.
- Contribute creativity, ideas, and passion to menu development.
What we’re looking for:
- Previous experience as a strong Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a high-quality kitchen.
- Excellent cooking and organisational skills, with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
- A positive leader who enjoys training and supporting others.
- A genuine passion for food, flavour, and hospitality.
- Reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative attitude.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- 30 days’ holiday including bank holidays.
- Ottolenghi meals on shift and generous staff discounts.
- Health and wellbeing support, including healthcare plan and cycle to work scheme.
- Learning & development opportunities including cookery workshops, WSET training, and leadership coaching.
- A supportive environment where your skills and career can grow.
If you’re a skilled chef looking for your next step and the chance to be part of a creative and dynamic kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.