Senior Sous Chef

Brava Hospitality Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Birthday off

Healthcare & wellbeing support

Employee recognition & progression

Job summary

Mortimer House Kitchen in Fitzrovia is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in running a busy, quality-led kitchen. You will lead service, ensure every plate meets our standards, and help develop the menu with specials and testing.

The role requires calm leadership, excellent technical skills, and a commitment to food safety and cost control in a vibrant London setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie.
• Excellent technical cooking skills and palate for quality.
• Calm leadership and clear communication under pressure.
• Understanding of GP, stock control and kitchen costs.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Run service and the pass, keeping the brigade organised.
• Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Support menu development, specials and dish testing.
• Assist with ordering, stock rotation, GP and waste control.
• Train and coach chefs de partie, demi chefs and commis.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, allergen control and cleanliness.

Skills

Technical cooking

Calm leadership

Communication

GP understanding

Stock control

Kitchen costs

Job description

On a charming corner of Fitzrovia sits Mortimer House Kitchen, an Italian restaurant, bar and terrace. The menu brings to life fond memories of family summers spent in Orta San Giulio and the Amalfi Coast.

As Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Head Chef to run a busy, quality-led kitchen, leading service and ensuring every plate meets our standards. We expect you to bring excellent technical skills, calm leadership and an unwavering attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Run service and the pass, keeping the brigade organised.
• Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Support menu development, specials and dish testing.
• Assist with ordering, stock rotation, GP and waste control.
• Train and coach chefs de partie, demi chefs and commis.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, allergen control and cleanliness.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie.
• Excellent technical cooking skills.
• Calm leadership and clear communication under pressure.
• Understanding of GP, stock control and kitchen costs.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

What We Can Offer You

• Free meals on shift and discounts for you, family and friends
• Your birthday off!
• Healthcare and wellbeing support
• Employee recognition and rewards, clear progression paths and more…