Sous Chef

Sous Chef | Premium Fresh Food Restaurant | Fitzrovia, London

Salary: £46,000–£50,000 per annum (DOE)

Exceptional candidates may be offered a higher salary

Sous Chef with Genuine Head Chef Progression

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and talented Sous Chef to join a highly regarded, premium fresh food restaurant in the heart of Fitzrovia.

This is far more than a traditional Sous Chef position. Working directly alongside an experienced Head Chef, you'll receive genuine mentorship while developing the leadership, operational and commercial skills required to become a successful Head Chef.

As the Head Chef also oversees another site, you'll take full responsibility for the kitchen one to two days each week , leading the brigade, managing service and running the operation independently. It's a rare opportunity to gain real Head Chef experience while still benefiting from the support and guidance of an experienced leader.

The Role

• Work within a premium 80-cover restaurant serving contemporary Latino cuisine & Peruvian-inspired cuisine.
• Support the Head Chef with the daily operation of the kitchen.
• Lead a brigade of 5 chefs plus Kitchen Porters .
• Take full responsibility for the kitchen during the Head Chef's absence.
• Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, food safety and kitchen organisation.
• Help develop junior chefs and maintain a positive kitchen culture.
• Contribute ideas towards seasonal dishes and menu development.

About You

We're looking for a Sous Chef who is passionate about quality food and ready to take the next step in their career.

You'll have:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or an exceptional Junior Sous Chef ready to progress.
• Experience within quality fresh food restaurants.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent standards and attention to detail.
• The confidence to lead a busy service independently.
• A positive attitude and genuine ambition to become a Head Chef.

An interest or experience in Latin America or Peruvian cuisine would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

• £46,000–£50,000 salary (DOE)
• Exceptional candidates may be offered a higher salary
• Genuine Head Chef development and mentorship.
• Regular opportunities to run the kitchen independently.
• Premium fresh food environment.
• Closed every Sunday.
• 7 shifts across a 5-day working week.
• Stable, supportive and ambitious team.
• Excellent long-term career progression.

If you're an ambitious Sous Chef looking for genuine responsibility, outstanding mentorship and a clear pathway towards your first Head Chef position, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential conversation.