Senior Sous Chef - Dorset

Senior Sous Chef – Sustainability Led Coastal Fish Restaurant - Weymouth - £45,000 - Set Days Off - Relocation Package - Amazing Growth Plan

An ambitious, sustainability-focused restaurant located at the historic town of Weymouth, Dorset is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to help shape the future of its kitchen. This role also offers a chance for the right chef to progress quickly in the role to Head Chef.

With a clear and committed ambition to achieve a Green Michelin Star, this is a kitchen where sustainability is not a trend — it’s a philosophy that informs every decision, from sourcing and menu design to waste reduction and energy use.

The Role - Senior Sous Chef

• Working closely with the Head Chef/Owner, you will:
• Help lead a modern, produce-driven kitchen with a strong sense of place
• Champion sustainable sourcing, ethical suppliers and low-waste cooking
• Support and develop a motivated, skilled brigade
• Maintain exceptional standards of consistency, flavour and presentation
• Play an active role in menu development and seasonal creativity

About You - Senior Sous Chef

• Experienced Senior Sous Chef, or a confident Sous ready to step up and work towards Head Chef status
• Passionate about sustainability and responsible cooking
• Calm, organised and confident leading a kitchen service
• Background in farm to plate sustainable dining preferred
• Curious, driven and proud of your craft

What’s On Offer

• Excellent salary of £45,000 salary(including tronc)
• Amazing relocation package
• Set days off to plan
• A genuinely sustainability-driven kitchen culture
• The opportunity to work towards a Green Michelin Star
• A beautiful coastal setting with outstanding local produce