Ambitious Sous Chef — Lead a Busy, Craft-Focused Kitchen

Gastrojob ApS; København; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff benefits at all Mad & Kaffe Cafs

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic everyday environment

Job summary

Mad & Kaffe Lyngby is seeking a Sous Chef to join a busy kitchen led by the Head Chef and leadership team. You will ensure smooth daily operations and uphold high culinary standards while fostering a positive, professional kitchen culture.

As a key leader, you will guide service, maintain quality, manage orders and stock, and develop junior teammates. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced setting, taking responsibility with confidence and consistency.

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within a professional kitchen.
• Confident making decisions and working independently.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and lead by example.
• Strong sense of quality, structure, and attention to detail.
• Flexible with working hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Bring positive energy, commitment and reliability to the team.

Responsibilities

• Leading daily kitchen operations and service
• Maintaining consistency and quality in every dish
• Ordering and stock management
• Planning preparation and organizing the kitchen
• Leading and motivating the team during service
• Supporting, coaching, and developing junior team members
• Helping create a structured, positive, and professional working environment

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Team leadership

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

Mad & Kaffe Lyngby is seeking a Sous Chef to join a busy kitchen led by the Head Chef and leadership team. You will ensure smooth daily operations and uphold high culinary standards while fostering a positive, professional kitchen culture.

As a key leader, you will guide service, maintain quality, manage orders and stock, and develop junior teammates. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced setting, taking responsibility with confidence and consistency.