Junior Sous Chef - Grill Master & Team Leader

Vida-Plena-Hospitality; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Vida Plena's Dallas Burger Joint in Shoreditch is seeking a motivated Junior Sous Chef to supervise prep, grilling, and station success. You will ensure HACCP, H&S, and food safety are followed, while training and guiding the team to deliver high-quality burgers.

The candidate thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, values teamwork, and takes pride in consistent dish quality and food safety. Join a lively, hospitality-driven environment that values collaboration and excellence.

Qualifications

• High energy and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Passion for culinary and crafting high quality dishes with consistency.
• Friendly, warm, and hospitable.
• Fully aware of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the team closely follows the Dallas standards for each dish so that our quality remains consistent.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and ensure equipment is properly maintained and serviced.
• Assist the Head Chef with stock taking and purchasing.
• Oversee brand standards such as cooking times and portion control.
• Oversee the prep of items such as sauces and other house-made components.
• Deliver training and promote a positive environment of collaboration.
• Manage and incorporate any food allergies or intolerances by working closely with the service team.
• Ensure HACCP protocol is closely followed, prioritizing H&S in every task, taking full responsibility of food safety.
• Foster a culture of respect, ambition, and teamwork within the kitchen and restaurant.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Guest focused service

High energy under pressure

Job description

Vida Plena's Dallas Burger Joint in Shoreditch is seeking a motivated Junior Sous Chef to supervise prep, grilling, and station success. You will ensure HACCP, H&S, and food safety are followed, while training and guiding the team to deliver high-quality burgers.

The candidate thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, values teamwork, and takes pride in consistent dish quality and food safety. Join a lively, hospitality-driven environment that values collaboration and excellence.