Lead Sous Chef - Hands-On, Fine-Dining Kitchen

The Ivy Collection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Industry pay

50% staff discount

Career Development and Training

Extra holiday allowance

Gift vouchers for dining

Job summary

The Ivy Collection is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead a busy kitchen in London. You will work alongside line cooks to uphold high standards, while also mentoring and developing the team for consistency and excellence.

Responsibilities include managing prep levels, stock control, and health and safety compliance, with a focus on food quality and training. This role offers competitive industry pay and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality and creativity.
• Leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Experience in working with a large kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct prep levels by the prep team.
• Coordinate deliveries and stock with Goods Receiver.
• Check cleaning rotas are completed and compliant with health and safety.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain consistency and excellence.
• Assist with performance management of kitchen personnel.
• Support Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef to maintain a positive work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Pressure management

Job description

The Ivy Collection is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead a busy kitchen in London. You will work alongside line cooks to uphold high standards, while also mentoring and developing the team for consistency and excellence.

Responsibilities include managing prep levels, stock control, and health and safety compliance, with a focus on food quality and training. This role offers competitive industry pay and staff discounts.