Executive Sous Chef — Lead a Prestigious Italian Kitchen

Caprice Holdings Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discount

Early pay access

Maternity/Paternity leave

Cycle to work

Financial coaching

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Pension scheme

Job summary

Daphne's in South Kensington is seeking a creative and dynamic Executive Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef, oversee kitchen operations, and contribute to culinary excellence.

You will lead the team, develop menus, manage inventory, and ensure dining experiences meet the restaurant's exacting standards.

Join a storied, luxury Italian dining venue with strong employee benefits and opportunities to influence the group's culinary direction.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a busy kitchen.
• Track record of delivering high-quality menus.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to shape culinary vision.
• Lead and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Assist in menu development, ensuring creativity and adherence to restaurant standards.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and maintain freshness of ingredients.
• Ensure efficient kitchen workflows and a positive working environment.
• Handle kitchen responsibilities in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary excellence

Menu development

Inventory management

Staff development

Communication skills

Job description

Daphne's in South Kensington is seeking a creative and dynamic Executive Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef, oversee kitchen operations, and contribute to culinary excellence.

You will lead the team, develop menus, manage inventory, and ensure dining experiences meet the restaurant's exacting standards.

Join a storied, luxury Italian dining venue with strong employee benefits and opportunities to influence the group's culinary direction.