Lead Sous Chef — Growth Path, Bonus & Overtime

Loungers; Louth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Overtime pay

Free meals on shift

Discount on food & drinks

Career development

Job summary

Loungers is hiring a full-time Sous Chef for Alfredo Lounge, part of the Loungers family. You will lead kitchen shifts, support the Head Chef, and drive high standards from prep to plate. This role offers a 48-hour contract (40-hour option available) with overtime and a realistic bonus scheme.

Enjoy perks like 50% discount on food and drinks from day one, free meals on shifts, and genuine career progression through in-house training and Step-Up programmes, plus annual bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef.
• Proven ability to lead kitchen shifts.
• Commitment to high standards on the pass.
• Able to take ownership in Head Chef's absence.

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.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Time management

Cooking techniques

Head Chef support

Job description

Loungers is hiring a full-time Sous Chef for Alfredo Lounge, part of the Loungers family. You will lead kitchen shifts, support the Head Chef, and drive high standards from prep to plate. This role offers a 48-hour contract (40-hour option available) with overtime and a realistic bonus scheme.

Enjoy perks like 50% discount on food and drinks from day one, free meals on shifts, and genuine career progression through in-house training and Step-Up programmes, plus annual bonus opportunities.