Restaurant Sous Chef

The Fulham Shore; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Sheffield is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and lead the kitchen team. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in a high-volume kitchen, a passion for Greek cuisine, and strong leadership skills. The role offers benefits including free meals, 28 days holiday, and career growth opportunities across the UK.

Benefits

Free staff meals on every shift

28 days holiday

AXA Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Annual social events

Staff discount

Employee referral scheme

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen.
• Ensure high standards of food preparation, presentation, and hygiene.
• Lead and mentor the kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Passion for Greek cuisine

Time-management abilities

Organizational skills

Job description

About Us:

At The Real Greek, we bring the authentic taste of the Mediterranean to the UK, serving fresh, delicious Greek dishes in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Our kitchens are the heart of our restaurants, and we take pride in using fresh ingredients to create incredible flavours that keep our guests coming back.

We are proud to be part of Fulham Shore, the restaurant group behind Franco Manca. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a passionate, skilled Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and deliver outstanding food every day.

If you’re a talented chef and natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

• Support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen.
• Ensure high standards of food preparation, presentation, and hygiene.
• Lead and mentor the kitchen team, assisting with training and development.
• Oversee stock levels, ordering, and cost control to minimize waste.
• Maintain compliance with food safety regulations and company procedures.
• Step up and take charge in the Head Chef’s absence.

What You’ll Bring

• You’ll have proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Be passionate about Greek cuisine and a love of fresh ingredients.
• Have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.
• Have flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

What You’ll Get:

• Free staff meals on every shift
• 28 days holiday
• AXA Employee Assistance Programme with Health App
• A pension scheme to set you up for the future
• Annual social events
• Staff discount when dining in any Franco Manca, The Real Greek or Super Club Roma restaurants
• Employee referral scheme – earn from the great people you know
• Opportunities all over the UK to grow your career

If you have the skills & passion to become a Sous Chef for The Real Greek, then click apply and jump on board!