Head Chef: Lead Kitchen, Training & Menu Innovation

Mama Shelter; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant hospitality company in Greater London is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in a busy kitchen. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean workstation, training teams, managing food costs, and ensuring high-quality meal preparation. Candidates should have experience with fresh seasonal ingredients and a passion for team development. The role provides competitive salary and varied benefits, including holiday, health support, and discounts at hotels globally.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Health Cash Back Plan

Complimentary night stay and meal post-probation

Discounts on rooms and food

Regular team get-togethers

Regular team gatherings

Bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with fresh seasonal ingredients.
• Enjoys a busy kitchen environment and teamwork.
• Prior experience as a Sous Chef is essential.
• Passion for training and developing kitchen teams.
• Knows how to manage food costs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Follow instructions from the Executive Chef.
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation.
• Have complete knowledge of menu and recipes.
• Train team members and organize daily tasks.
• Anticipate orders according to bookings.

Skills

Experience with fresh seasonal ingredients

Ability to work in a busy kitchen

Experience as a Sous Chef

Team training and development

Cost-effective recipe understanding

Order placement for kitchen

Job description

A vibrant hospitality company in Greater London is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Executive Chef in a busy kitchen. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean workstation, training teams, managing food costs, and ensuring high-quality meal preparation. Candidates should have experience with fresh seasonal ingredients and a passion for team development. The role provides competitive salary and varied benefits, including holiday, health support, and discounts at hotels globally.