Junior Sous Chef - London

Equipment Sales & Service Limited.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable catering company in the UK is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support daily kitchen operations. Ideal candidates should have experience in leading a kitchen team, a passion for Italian cuisine, and a commitment to high standards of food hygiene and safety. This role includes responsibilities like training junior staff and contributing to menu development, alongside a variety of benefits including personal development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Personal Development and Training opportunities

Life assurance scheme

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Eye care

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen operations.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team during service.
• Strong knowledge of modern cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen operations and manage daily tasks.
• Train and mentor junior members of the kitchen.
• Contribute to creative menu development.

Skills

Experience as Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie

Leadership skills

Knowledge of Italian cuisine

Communication skills

High standards of hygiene

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations
• Lead and inspire the team during service, maintaining calm and quality under pressure
• Take responsibility for maintaining high standards across all sections
• Ensure dishes are consistently prepared and presented to spec
• Assist with rota management, stock control, and ordering
• Train and mentor junior team members to promote growth and efficiency
• Uphold food hygiene, safety, and allergen standards at all times
• Contribute to menu development, bringing ideas and creativity to seasonal specials

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up
• Confidence in leading a section and supporting the wider kitchen team
• A strong knowledge of Italian cuisine is highly desirable
• Passion for high-quality, seasonal ingredients and modern cooking techniques
• A team player with excellent communication and leadership skills
• Committed to maintaining a clean, organised, and disciplined kitchen environment
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and across a full-time rota
• Right to work in the UK

About the Company

We're Company of Cooks, and together with Angela Hartnett, we've created something truly special on the fifth floor of the Royal Opera House. Cicoria is a celebration of ingredient‑led, seasonal Italian‑inspired food served all day on a beautiful rooftop terrace overlooking Covent Garden Piazza.

Working with Company of Cooks has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.

Benefits

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• Volunteering days
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awardsAccess to some great high street discount vouchers

Company of Cooks officially formed part of CH&CO Catering Group Ltd in 2020. A Honest Approach, A Passionate Team, Quietly Confident