Junior Sous Chef

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Job summary

The Junior Sous Chef role at a London Bridge establishment supports an independent chef‑patron and Head Chef, both with over a decade of Michelin‑level experience. You will join a professional brigade of 25 chefs in a high‑performance kitchen where uncompromising standards are expected daily.

The position offers a permanent contract with a competitive salary of £52,000 per annum. Working hours are long but structured around a 4‑day working week, providing three days off.

Qualifications

• Background in reputable kitchens.
• Strong leadership skills: confident running sections, mentoring junior chefs, maintaining high standards under pressure.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and mentor junior chefs to uphold high standards.
• Lead sections, manage service, and ensure efficient kitchen operation during lunch and dinner peaks.
• Collaborate with the brigade to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes and maintain a positive, energetic kitchen environment.

Skills

Culinary technique

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring juniors

Thrive under pressure

Job description

The Junior Sous Chef role at this London Bridge establishment supports an independent chef‑patron and Head Chef, both with over a decade of Michelin‑level experience. You will join a professional brigade of 25 chefs in a high‑performance kitchen where uncompromising standards are expected daily. The position offers a permanent contract with a competitive salary of £52,000 per annum. Working hours are long but structured around a 4‑day working week, providing three days off. Key skills include exceptional culinary technique, leadership capability, and the ability to thrive under pressure. This role suits a career‑focused chef seeking significant professional development through direct mentorship.

Benefits

• £52,000 per annum salary
• 4‑day working week with long, focused shifts and three days off
• Mediterranean‑inspired menu, evolving weekly
• Lunch and dinner service (small, refined menu)
• London Bridge location
• Average of 100 covers for lunch and 150+ for dinner

Requirements

• Background in reputable kitchens
• Strong leadership skills: confident running sections, mentoring junior chefs, maintaining high standards under pressure
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills
• Committed to building a long‑term career in a demanding but rewarding kitchen