Culinary Development Assistant

3 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Heartwood Inns Full time
About Us

At Heartwood Inns, we're passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. Our award-winning hospitality group has been named the Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner in 2024 and has received double awards at the Publican Awards 2024.

Job Overview

We're seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to join our fantastic kitchen team. As a Junior Sous Chef, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in classical French cooking techniques while working with fresh and seasonal ingredients to produce fabulous dishes.

Key Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will be a real team player, able to work flexibly and maintain impeccable standards across the kitchen. You'll also have a desire to cook with fresh and seasonal ingredients and be eager to develop yourself and your dishes with guidance from our Chefs.

What We Offer

As a member of our team, you can expect:

  • Packages including Tronc*
  • Full-time and part-time hours to suit your needs
  • Stepping Stones - Our industry-leading training and development platform which supports progression for those who want it
  • Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
  • Instant access to pay you have already earned through EarlyPay
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity package
  • Refer a Friend Bonus up to £1500
  • Laundered chef whites
  • 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc
  • 20% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc with friends and family discount
  • 10% off company gift cards
  • A thoughtful gift to celebrate your birthday
  • Long Service Recognition Awards
  • The Pantry – 100's of retailers and experience discounts through Reward Gateway
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
Salary Information

The estimated salary for this role is up to £14.50 per hour, based on a 48-hour working week and calculated from the previous 6 months' site average.



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