Production & Catering Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Events

Ottolenghi; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Staff meals on shift

Health plan (HSF)

Refer a Friend £500 bonus

Development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Ottolenghi is seeking a Production and Catering Sous Chef for our Central Production Unit on Holloway Road, London. You will support the Savoury Manager, oversee daily kitchen operations, and lead a team to deliver high-quality production and large-scale catering events.

We value hands-on leadership, robust food safety practices, and a passion for great hospitality. This is a busy, high-energy role where quality and consistency matter across all Ottolenghi venues.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or senior kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods and equipment.
• Excellent leadership and ability to develop a team.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Support the Savoury Manager with the daily running of the kitchen.
• Help ensure all kitchen operations are organised, efficient and meet standards.
• Lead and coordinate the kitchen team across daily production and catering events.
• Monitor food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Support planning and delivery of special catering events and banquets.
• Train, mentor and develop kitchen team members and provide feedback.

Skills

Sous chef experience

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Budgeting & cost control

Stock management

Education

Culinary qualification

Tools

Professional kitchen equipment

Job description

Ottolenghi is seeking a Production and Catering Sous Chef for our Central Production Unit on Holloway Road, London. You will support the Savoury Manager, oversee daily kitchen operations, and lead a team to deliver high-quality production and large-scale catering events.

We value hands-on leadership, robust food safety practices, and a passion for great hospitality. This is a busy, high-energy role where quality and consistency matter across all Ottolenghi venues.