Junior Sous Chef

The Columbo Group; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular dining venue in London is looking for a Junior Sous Chef who is passionate about food and leadership. In this role, you'll lead a dynamic kitchen team, teach junior chefs, and ensure high standards of food quality and hygiene are met. This position offers competitive pay, flexible shifts, and various employee perks, including discounts and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

50% off across venues

Access to annual celebrations

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Referral Bonuses

Global Industry Trips

Pension via Nest

Qualifications

• Experience in busy, high-quality kitchens as a sous chef or chef de partie.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Commitment to high standards of food hygiene and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire team members to cook great food.
• Teach junior chefs and develop their skills.
• Assist Head Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Ensure every dish looks and tastes great.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Calm Under Pressure

Job description

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We’re on the hunt for a Junior Sous Chef with a passion for people, food, and leadership to join our kitchen team at The Blues Kitchen.

Known for our bold American flavours and club grill classics, we pride ourselves on serving consistently fresh, high-quality dishes in a high-energy environment. As Junior Sous Chef, you’ll be a key part of driving standards, developing talent, and supporting smooth kitchen operations day in, day out.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the Team: You will lead and inspire your team. You will help them cook great food every day. You will create a positive and professional kitchen environment.
• Helping People Grow: You will teach junior chefs and kitchen team members. You will help them learn and develop their skills.
• Running the Kitchen: You will help the Head Chef with the daily running of the kitchen. You will make sure service goes smoothly and standards stay high.
• Keeping Quality High: You will make sure every dish looks and tastes great, every time.
• Hygiene and Safety: You will keep your section and the whole kitchen clean and safe. You will follow all food hygiene and safety rules.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced Leader: You have worked as a sous chef or a strong chef de partie. You have experience in busy, high-quality kitchens.
• People Person: You enjoy leading a team. You give clear feedback and help people do their best work.
• Attention to Detail: You care about consistency. You make sure everything — from portion sizes to presentation — is correct.
• Calm Under Pressure: You stay calm and confident during busy service. You can think clearly and work well under pressure.

What to Expect:

• A competitive salary, inclusive of tronc, paid on the last Friday of the month.
• Dynamic Shifts: Work a variety of daytime and evening shifts at our lively bar, restaurant, and music venue.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Food & Social Perks: Enjoy 50% off across our venues, plus access to our annual celebrations, events, and festivals.
• Career Growth: At The Columbo Academy, your ambition is our inspiration. We’re here to guide you on a clear path to personal and professional success.
• Hero of the Month: Stand out and be rewarded with a paid weekend off.
• Employee Referrals: Earn £1,000 for Chef/Manager referrals or £250 for hourly roles when you bring in talent.
• Global Industry Trips: For our top performers and wine experts, your next adventure awaits.
• Pension via Nest: Secure your future with our pension plan.

We’re on the hunt for a Junior Sous Chef with a passion for people, food, and leadership to join our kitchen team at The Blues Kitchen.

Known for our bold American flavours and club grill classics, we pride ourselves on serving consistently fresh, high-quality dishes in a high-energy environment. As Junior Sous Chef, you’ll be a key part of driving standards, developing talent, and supporting smooth kitchen operations day in, day out.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the Team: You will lead and inspire your team. You will help them cook great food every day. You will create a positive and professional kitchen environment.
• Helping People Grow: You will teach junior chefs and kitchen team members. You will help them learn and develop their skills.
• Running the Kitchen: You will help the Head Chef with the daily running of the kitchen. You will make sure service goes smoothly and standards stay high.
• Keeping Quality High: You will make sure every dish looks and tastes great, every time.
• Hygiene and Safety: You will keep your section and the whole kitchen clean and safe. You will follow all food hygiene and safety rules.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced Leader: You have worked as a sous chef or a strong chef de partie. You have experience in busy, high-quality kitchens.
• People Person: You enjoy leading a team. You give clear feedback and help people do their best work.
• Attention to Detail: You care about consistency. You make sure everything — from portion sizes to presentation — is correct.
• Calm Under Pressure: You stay calm and confident during busy service. You can think clearly and work well under pressure.

What to Expect:

• A competitive salary, inclusive of tronc, paid on the last Friday of the month.
• Dynamic Shifts: Work a variety of daytime and evening shifts at our lively bar, restaurant, and music venue.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Food & Social Perks: Enjoy 50% off across our venues, plus access to our annual celebrations, events, and festivals.
• Career Growth: At The Columbo Academy, your ambition is our inspiration. We’re here to guide you on a clear path to personal and professional success.
• Hero of the Month: Stand out and be rewarded with a paid weekend off.
• Employee Referrals: Earn £1,000 for Chef/Manager referrals or £250 for hourly roles when you bring in talent.
• Global Industry Trips: For our top performers and wine experts, your next adventure awaits.
• Pension via Nest: Secure your future with our pension plan.

The award-winning Blues Kitchen is one of London’s most beloved and iconic venues—a stunning space to enjoy live blues and soul from world-famous musicians, savor all-American favourites, and experience one of the UK’s most vibrant nightlife atmospheres.