Junior Sous Chef – Training, Progression & 48h Week

Franco’s, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Staff meals on duty

Annual staff party

Training courses

Job summary

Franco's on Jermyn Street, Green Park, London, seeks a dedicated Junior Sous Chef to work under Head Chef Stefano Turconi. This full-time role is based in our back-of-house operations, requiring strong leadership, culinary precision and a flair for Italian-inspired menus.

You will contribute to high-volume services, mentor junior staff, manage costs and ensure top-quality dishes, with excellent training and progression opportunities within the Franco's group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef in a similar establishment, catering for 80 to 120 covers during each service
• Excellent management, training and delegation skills
• Motivation, commitment, success orientated with a 'can do' attitude
• Knowledge and diversity from previous roles to the team
• Imagination, drive & desire to learn
• Good financial skills, understanding of budgets, forecasting, stock control and GPs
• Excellent understanding of Health & Safety practices, safe working environments, Food Safety, HACCP etc.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production, preparation and presentation of food meets highest quality standards
• Support Head Chef and Back of House team with daily operations
• Assist in training and development of junior staff
• Contribute to menu development and cost control

Skills

Management & training

Cooking & menu development

Team leadership

Budget & GP understanding

Food safety knowledge

Creativity in recipes

Education

Food Safety Level 3

Food Safety Level 4 (beneficial)

Job description

Franco's on Jermyn Street, Green Park, London, seeks a dedicated Junior Sous Chef to work under Head Chef Stefano Turconi. This full-time role is based in our back-of-house operations, requiring strong leadership, culinary precision and a flair for Italian-inspired menus.

You will contribute to high-volume services, mentor junior staff, manage costs and ensure top-quality dishes, with excellent training and progression opportunities within the Franco's group.