Lead Sous Chef — Mentorship & Menu Innovation

Soho House & Co.; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Clothing Allowance

Private Health and Dental Care

Life Assurance

Every House Membership

50% off Food & Drink

Job summary

Soho House & Co. is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our culinary team in a high-volume, premium kitchen environment.

You will support the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in delivering exceptional dishes, drive consistency and creativity, and uphold Soho House standards across all services. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor junior chefs, ensure food safety and allergen compliance, contribute to menu development, and lead in the absence of senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a high-volume, high-quality kitchen.
• Strong cooking skills across multiple kitchen sections with classical and modern techniques.
• Proven experience supervising or leading small teams.
• Excellent knowledge of HACCP, allergen procedures, and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef in leading all kitchen operations across all meal periods.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes to Soho House standards with consistent quality and plating.
• Oversee mise en place, daily prep, and service readiness for assigned sections.
• Supervise and mentor junior chefs, providing guidance and feedback for development.
• Uphold strict food safety, hygiene, and allergen management per HACCP and Soho House policies.
• Contribute to menu execution and seasonal development projects.
• Assist in stock control including ordering, deliveries, waste reduction and inventory rotation.
• Communicate effectively with back-of-house and front-of-house teams for seamless service.
• Lead by example with professionalism, punctuality, and a calm, solution-driven approach.
• Take charge of the kitchen in the absence of senior leadership to ensure standards and service.

Skills

Cooking skills

Leadership

English fluency

Job description

Soho House & Co. is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our culinary team in a high-volume, premium kitchen environment.

You will support the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in delivering exceptional dishes, drive consistency and creativity, and uphold Soho House standards across all services. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor junior chefs, ensure food safety and allergen compliance, contribute to menu development, and lead in the absence of senior leadership.