A NEW steak house opening this month is aiming to create 50 jobs in the city.

Following extensive refurbishment, Miller & Carter Southampton will open its doors on August 25 to its new premises in Providence Hill, Bursledon.

The firm, which has over 50 steakhouses across the UK, including one in Bournemouth, hopes it will hire employees for the new jobs in the local area.

It is on the lookout for kitchen and front of house staff, as well as any budding bartenders who can knock up a cocktail and match wines to the perfect steak.

John Crayford, regional business manager at Miller & Carter Southampton, said opening its first branch in the city would be a “fantastic opportunity for the brand”.

He added: “Everyone who works for us is completely obsessed with steak and we’re keen to recruit people who share in our love for excellent quality - both food and service, and we’re looking to attract applicants with enthusiasm to join the team and become official steak geeks.

"We want team members to deliver a fantastic experience for every guest that walks through our doors, as we gear up to our opening in a month’s time.”