Junior Sous Chef

SMYTH & CO LUXURY CONSULTANTS LTD; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading café restaurant in South London is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join their team. This role offers daytime hours and emphasizes fresh, seasonal food. The ideal candidate will support the Head Chef in daily operations, lead kitchen sections, and ensure high quality and safety standards. Previous experience in a quality fresh-food kitchen is required, making it a perfect opportunity for a Chef de Partie ready to step up or a Junior Sous seeking a balanced work-life environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a quality fresh-food kitchen is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef in running daily kitchen operations.
• Leading sections and supporting the team during service.
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Assisting with stock control, ordering and kitchen organisation.
• Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met.

Skills

Experience in a quality fresh-food kitchen

Job description

Overview

Junior Sous Chef South London Café Restaurant

Daytime Hours | Fresh, Seasonal Food

Were looking for a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join a friendly, fast-growing café restaurant in South London, known for its fresh, seasonal menus and relaxed daytime service.

This is a great opportunity for a strong Chef de Partie ready to step up, or a Junior Sous looking for a positive, worklife balanced kitchen.

What youll be doing

• Supporting the Head Chef in running daily kitchen operations
• Leading sections and supporting the team during service
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency and presentation
• Assisting with stock control, ordering and kitchen organisation
• Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met

What were looking for

• Previous experience in a quality fresh-food kitchen