Fine-Dining Sous Chef - Lead 20-Strong Brigade

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Sous Chef for a prestigious Michelin-starred restaurant. The ideal candidate will support the Executive Head Chef in managing the kitchen and lead a team of 20 industry professionals to maintain exceptional culinary standards. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 per annum plus service charge, paid overtime, and opportunities for career progression in a fine dining setting. Suitable candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid overtime

Live-in accommodation

Private healthcare

Career progression pathways

Free meals on duty

Qualifications

• Experience in a fine dining environment.
• Ability to lead and develop a kitchen brigade.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Head Chef in managing the kitchen.
• Lead the kitchen team to ensure high standards.
• Maintain consistency in dish presentation.
• Contribute to menu design and culinary goals.
• Manage inventory and ensure food safety compliance.

Skills

Fine dining experience

Team leadership

Menu development

Food safety compliance

Job description

A leading restaurant recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Sous Chef for a prestigious Michelin-starred restaurant. The ideal candidate will support the Executive Head Chef in managing the kitchen and lead a team of 20 industry professionals to maintain exceptional culinary standards. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 per annum plus service charge, paid overtime, and opportunities for career progression in a fine dining setting. Suitable candidates must have the right to work in the UK.