Sous chef, Southampton

Berry Recruitment
📍 Southampton, England, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 21, 2026

Job Description

Description:


Our client in Southampton is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to take charge of a busy and vibrant kitchen on a temporary basis.



In this role, you will be responsible for running the kitchen operation, managing breakfast and lunch service, and leading a team of two Kitchen Assistants. While the Chef Manager may provide support from time to time, this role requires someone confident in independently overseeing kitchen operations.


Key Requirements



  • Proven experience running a kitchen independently

  • Strong leadership and organisational skills

  • Confident delivering breakfast and lunch service

  • Full set of chef whites and knives

  • Minimum Level 2 Food Safety & Health and Hygiene certification

  • Well-presented, reliable, and professional

  • Excellent work ethic with skills adaptable across a range of cuisines

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  • Job Details

    • Location Southampton, England
    • Job Type Full-time
    • Category Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
    • Posted Date June 21, 2026
    • Application Deadline July 31, 2026