Junior Sous Chef - 4-Day Week, Michelin-Style Kitchen

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 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.