Lead Sous Chef - Growth, Bonus & Overtime

Loungers plc; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Overtime

Staff meals

Employee discount

Career progression

In-house training

Job summary

Gallico Lounge, part of Loungers plc, is hiring a full-time Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. You’ll lead shifts, support the Head Chef, and ensure every dish leaving the pass meets our high standards.

We offer a competitive salary, bonus, overtime and real progression opportunities across England and Wales with 48-hour contracts and a 40-hour option. Enjoy staff meals, discounts from day one, festive time off, and access to in-house training and career development as you grow with the

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen shifts with confidence, keeping service smooth, organised and on spec from prep through to the final plate
• Be the Head Chef’s right hand — supporting day-to-day operations, stepping up in their absence, and helping the kitchen deliver consistently strong results
• Set the tone for high standards on the pass, with a sharp eye for food quality, pace, cleanliness, hygiene and safety
• Take ownership of key kitchen routines including prep and par, stock control, waste, orders and effective shift handovers
• Coach and support the team around you, helping new and existing chefs build confidence, grow their skills and deliver great food every shift

Job description

Gallico Lounge, part of Loungers plc, is hiring a full-time Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. You’ll lead shifts, support the Head Chef, and ensure every dish leaving the pass meets our high standards.

We offer a competitive salary, bonus, overtime and real progression opportunities across England and Wales with 48-hour contracts and a 40-hour option. Enjoy staff meals, discounts from day one, festive time off, and access to in-house training and career development as you grow with the