Creative Sous Chef — Lead Menus, Training & Growth

Spread-Eagle; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development programme

Autonomy in menus

Apprenticeship scheme

Culinary masterclasses

Free meals

Staff discount

Share save scheme

Pension

28 days holiday

Job summary

Spread Eagle in Camden Town is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our busy, community-focused pub. You will lead a hands-on kitchen, craft fresh dishes, and mentor your team in a warm, welcoming environment.

You’ll work alongside the Head Chef to design menus, manage GP and labour, oversee health and safety, and deliver great service. We offer development programmes, training, free meals, and a generous holiday allowance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams in a fast-paced pub environment.
• Proven ability to develop menus and daily specials.
• Strong communication and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen team to deliver quality food.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to design menus and specials.
• Manage rota, training and health and safety protocols.
• Be hands-on and drive high standards across service.
• Help design new dishes and maintain kitchen organisation.
• Monitor GP and labour to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Communication skills

Kitchen management

Plating & presentation

Fresh food passion

Job description

Spread Eagle in Camden Town is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our busy, community-focused pub. You will lead a hands-on kitchen, craft fresh dishes, and mentor your team in a warm, welcoming environment.

You’ll work alongside the Head Chef to design menus, manage GP and labour, oversee health and safety, and deliver great service. We offer development programmes, training, free meals, and a generous holiday allowance.