Junior Sous Chef

Fish! Kitchen Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant seafood restaurant in Borough Market is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to assist in daily kitchen operations. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years experience in a high-end kitchen, a strong understanding of kitchen dynamics, and a passion for culinary excellence. Join us in delivering top-notch seafood dining in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

£18/hour including tronc

Monthly tronc bonus

28+ days holiday

50% dining discount

Training and growth opportunities

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Junior Sous Chef or senior CDP in London.
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations required.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and possession of a Share Code.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in kitchen operations.
• Ensure dishes meet company standards.
• Manage specific kitchen sections during service.

Skills

Experience in high-end kitchen

Kitchen operations understanding

Team collaboration

Pressure handling

Strong command of English

Passion for cooking

Job description

Our Location

Borough Market, London Bridge (SE1 9AL).

About Us

Fish! Restaurant is a bustling, brasserie style fish and seafood restaurant located in the vibrant heart of Borough Market. We pride ourselves on our fast‑paced, high‑energy environment and our commitment to delivering top‑notch culinary experiences.

Please note that we are not able to accommodate any fixed days or shifts off.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen.
• Ensure dishes are prepared, cooked, and presented to company standards.
• Collaborate with our dynamic team during busy service times.
• Follow correct storage procedures and monitor stock rotation.
• Take responsibility for specific sections of the kitchen and ensure they run smoothly.
• Prepare ingredients and cook dishes to the highest quality and consistency.
• Oversee mise en place and ensure timely preparation before service.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Junior Sous Chef or senior CDP in a high‑end, fast‑paced London kitchen.
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations.
• Experience assisting in supervision or leading sections during service.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain high standards during busy service periods.
• Strong command of English and excellent communication skills.
• Genuine passion for cooking and a desire to learn and grow.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and possession of a Share Code.

What We Offer

• £18 /hour, including tronc.
• Additional monthly share of tronc bonus on top of the agreed wage.
• Monthly payment with early access available via Stream app (Wagestream).
• 40‑45 hours per week, across 7 shifts over 5 days.
• 28+ days of holiday, increasing with length of service.
• 50% discount when dining with us and 20% family discount.
• SAGE retail and wellbeing discount.
• Recommend a friend scheme with a £500 bonus.
• Full uniform provided.
• Pension scheme.
• Trainings provided and opportunity for growth.
• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunity to learn and develop to the right candidates.

How to Apply

If you’ve got a passion for cooking and a love for all things from the sea, we’d love to reel you in! Join our lively crew at The Fish Kitchen and help us make waves in the world of seafood dining. Before you hop aboard, please have your Share Code ready and confirm your right to work in the UK — we like to keep things shipshape around here! We can’t wait to welcome some fresh talent and shining stars of hospitality to our school of fish!

Employment Summary

• Experience: Required
• Employment: Full-time
• Schedule: Doubles, Single Shifts
• Salary: from £18 hourly
• Benefits: Plus monthly tronc bonus

About Fish! Kitchen Ltd

Join our sea of talent! We're a vibrant fish & seafood restaurant in Borough Market, with locations in Norbiton and a fishmonger. Dive into a dynamic team, where passion meets fresh flavours. Come help us make waves!