Junior Sous Chef

Harbour House is a vibrant, premium casual dining restaurant set within a striking 19th-century transit shed on Bristol's iconic floating harbour. Operating from morning through to late evening, we are a high-cover, fast-paced venue known for delivering quality food and standout guest experiences at scale.

Our menus showcase the best of the South West, with a focus on fresh, seasonal produce and exceptional seafood. From brunch and afternoon tea to high-energy dinner services, our kitchen is driven by consistency, creativity, and attention to detail.

We are now looking for a motivated Junior Sous Chef ready to step up and grow within a dynamic, professional kitchen.

The Role

As Junior Sous Chef, you'll support the senior kitchen team in delivering smooth, high-quality service across all day parts. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership skills in a high-volume environment while working alongside a team with Michelin-level experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting the Sous and Head Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Running sections confidently during busy services
• Assisting with prep, service organisation, and team coordination
• Maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation
• Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met
• Supporting stock control and minimising waste
• Helping train and mentor junior team members

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a chef who is ready to take the next step and build a long-term career in a quality-driven kitchen.

You will:

• Have experience as a strong Chef de Partie or Junior Sous in a fresh-food kitchen
• Be confident working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Have a passion for cooking from scratch with seasonal ingredients
• Be eager to learn, develop, and take on more responsibility
• Have a positive attitude and strong team ethic
• Be organised and able to perform under pressure

Why Join Harbour House?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, well-regarded venue where you can develop quickly and be part of a supportive, ambitious team.

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• 28 days holiday
• Generous staff discounts
• A supportive and engaging work environment
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
• The chance to learn from an experienced, high-level kitchen team

If you're ready to step up, build your skills, and be part of a premium casual kitchen that delivers both volume and quality-we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and grow your career with Harbour House.