Junior Sous Chef

The Evolv Collection Restaurants; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dine with style: 50% restaurant dining

Stream pay: instant access to earnings

Employee Assistance Program 24/7

Employee of the Month & awards

Training via Evolv Edge platform

Increased holiday entitlement with/for

Volunteer day (paid)

Refer a friend incentive

Job summary

Le Pont de la Tour in London is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to lead our kitchen team and deliver exceptional French-inspired dishes under high standards. You will play a pivotal role in guiding service, coaching staff, and maintaining a calm, efficient kitchen during busy periods.

You will supervise and support chefs across sections, manage inventory and costs, uphold rigorous hygiene, and collaborate with front-of-house to ensure a memorable dining experience for guests.

Qualifications

• Supervise and coach kitchen staff on cooking techniques, food presentation and safety protocols.
• Lead during busy service, supervising adjacent kitchen sections and supporting chefs on the pass.
• Oversee kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Monitor inventory levels and drive cost control through efficient stock ordering to minimize waste.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in line with health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to address guest feedback and deliver a memorable dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to culinary excellence and manage day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Supervise and coach staff on cooking techniques and presentation during service.
• Oversee inventory and cost control, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety standards are upheld across the kitchen.
• Coordinate with front-of-house to ensure guest satisfaction and smooth service.

Job description

The Role:

Junior Sous Chef

The Restaurant:

Le Pont de la Tour

The Location:

36D Shad Thames, London SE1 2YE, UK

The Salary:

Competitive Salary

Why work for us:

Our industry leading benefits have you covered!

• Industry leading pay: We value your expertise and dedication.
• Dine with style: Enjoy a lavish 50% discount at all our restaurants, all day, every day.
• Financial freedom: Take control of your finances with Stream – track your earnings in real time, access up to 40% of your pay instantly and save directly from your salary.
• Wellness support: Your wellbeing matters to us! Benefit from a confidential Employee Assistance Program with a 24/7 helpline and complimentary sessions with a trained counsellor.
• Recognition and Reward for a job well done: Shine bright with our Employee of the Month scheme, Long Service Awards and numerous group incentives. You may even earn a place at our yearly employee awards night!
• Grow with us: You will have access to some of the best training our industry has to offer. You will have access to our training platform, Evolv Edge which is packed with resources to nurture your skills and knowledge.
• Get some rest: Your holiday allowance increases with length of service.
• Make a difference: Give back to the community with an optional paid day each year for volunteering efforts.
• Spread the love: Benefit from our recommend a friend scheme and share the joy of joining our team.

Who we are:

Our Butler’s Wharf Gastrodome, has offered the best London riverside terrace restaurant, along with wine store, bar, coffee shop and unique private dining spaces for thirty years. Classic French cuisine and fine wines accompany heightened hospitality in our iconic venue, which sits in the shadow of Tower Bridge. The Evolv Collection is a pioneering, premium hospitality group, founded by Sir Terence Conran in 1991. Our portfolio includes some of the most iconic restaurants in modern history, located in London, Birmingham, Manchester, and New York. Each brand in our collection reflects a distinctive heritage, character, and ambience. By investing in our people and striving for excellence, we are passionate about delivering outstanding guest experiences.

A bit about what you will be doing:

As the Junior Sous Chef, you'll play a pivotal role in leading our kitchen team to culinary excellence. Your responsibilities will include supervising and coaching kitchen staff on cooking techniques, food presentation, and safety protocols. During busy service periods, you'll command the pass while providing support to chefs on various kitchen sections, ensuring efficient food preparation and timely service. In the absence of the Head Chef, you'll seamlessly oversee kitchen operations, maintaining quality and consistency throughout. Monitoring inventory levels and optimizing cost control through ADACO-assisted stock ordering will be part of your routine, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency. Upholding impeccable standards of cleanliness and organization in accordance with health and safety regulations is paramount. Moreover, you'll collaborate closely with the front-of-house team to address customer feedback and ensure a memorable dining experience for our guests.

At The Evolv Collection, we celebrate diversity in all its forms. We embrace and support individuals from every background, culture, and identity. Join our team where everyone is welcomed, valued, and empowered to thrive.