Junior Sous Chef
| Company: | Heartwood Collection |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.50 to £16.50 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Romsey, SO51 9ZF |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 17 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Junior Sous Chef
Basic Rate up to £13.35 per hour PLUS TRONC
On Target Earnings £15.50 - £16.50 * (Including TRONC)
At Heartwood Collection, we’re on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our kitchen team as a
Junior Sous Chef
We’re an award-winning group of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries that truly feel like home. From the elegance of Brasserie Blanc to the charm of Heartwood Inns, we pride ourselves on serving fresh, seasonal dishes to our local communities.
What we offer:
Package and hourly rate includes basic + TRONC*
Contract average of 48 hours
Bespoke training and development through our
Stepping Stones
programme
Access to the
Employee Assistance Program
with Hospitality Action
Instant pay access through EarlyPay
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via
Reward Gateway
Cycle to Work Scheme
About You:
Have a passion and proven track record in delivering service, great quality, fresh food and training to chefs
Able to work multiple sections as part of the kitchen team, follow recipes and demonstrate this to other chefs
4-5 years experience or progression in a service setting with advanced knife skills and working with classical cooking techniques
Heartwood Collection is a multi-award-winning hospitality group:
Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
Best Pub Brand/ Concept at the Publican Awards 2025
At Heartwood Collection, we’re excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there’s never been a better time to join us. We’re committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.
Join us and be part of a community that’s warm, genuine, and full of life.
*On Target Earnings is based on a 48-hour working week, TRONC is calculated from the expected 6 months' site average