Senior Sous Chef

Bubala Kings Cross; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant vegetarian restaurant in London seeks a Senior Sous Chef to lead its kitchen team. This role involves collaborating with the Head Chef to ensure high standards and support team development while creating delicious, plant-based dishes. The ideal candidate should have leadership experience in a dynamic kitchen environment, a passion for cooking, and a collaborative spirit. The workplace emphasizes balance, growth, and genuine team happiness in a thriving atmosphere.

Benefits

Welcome Package

Complimentary welcome dinner for two

50% off for parties of two

25% off for parties up to four

Paid Birthday off!

Charity Donation for your Birthday

Bubala Bottle Shop - cost price wine

Bubala Larder - cost price larder items

Wagestream

Hospitality Action - Employee Assistance Program

Kelly’s Cause wellbeing support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning & Wellness Voucher after 12 months of employment

Learning & Wellness Bonus after 18 months of employment

MyGymDiscounts

Enhanced Sick Pay

Enhanced Parental Leave

Discounted late night Uber discount from site

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-pressure kitchen environment.
• Ability to work closely with a Head Chef.
• Passion for plant-based cooking.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and maintain high standards.
• Support the development of team members.
• Ensure efficient kitchen operations during service.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Cooking with flames

Team development

Job description

At Bubala, our values—Expression, Resilience, Integrity, and Compassion—are at the heart of everything we do. Recognised as one of CODE’s Happiest Places to Work in 2024, we're committed to creating a workplace that prioritises balance, growth, and genuine team happiness.

About Us - Senior Sous Chef

Bubala has blossomed into three buzzing locations: one in Spitalfields, our second in Soho & our most recent site located in Kings Cross! It’s an exciting time to join our growing team!

Our menu celebrates the bold, complex flavours of the Middle East and an entirely vegetarian focus (we’re not into substitutes here!), we’re all about crafting unforgettable experiences in a fun, lively atmosphere. If you’re passionate about a plant‑based ethos and love cooking over flames, Bubala is calling your name!

The Role - Senior Sous Chef

We’re on the lookout for a Senior Sous Chef to help lead the kitchen at Bubala — someone who brings sharp thinking, calm energy, and serious flavour. You’ll work closely with our Head Chef to drive high standards, support development across the team, and keep service tight. This role is about leadership, not ego — just smart systems, strong food, and good people.

Perks - Senior Sous Chef

• Welcome Package
• Complimentary welcome dinner for two
• 50% off for parties of two, and 25% off for parties up to four
• Paid Birthday off!
• Charity Donation for your Birthday
• Bubala Bottle Shop - cost price wine
• Bubala Larder - cost price larder items
• Wagestream
• Hospitality Action - Employee Assistance Program
• Kelly’s Cause wellbeing support
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Learning & Wellness Voucher after 12 months of employment
• Learning & Wellness Bonus after 18 months of employment
• MyGymDiscounts
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Discounted late night Uber discount from site