Senior Sous Chef

PRS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sundays off

Mondays off

Immediate start

Career progression

Work with a respected Chef Patron

Senior role in London restaurant group

Job summary

PRS in London is seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to join a high-end, quality-driven kitchen where leadership and longevity matter.

You will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, master all sections, and ensure exceptional standards of food quality, presentation and discipline across the brigade.

This is a hands-on senior leadership role offering genuine career progression within the restaurant group and the chance to contribute to menu development.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-end, quality-driven kitchens.
• Proven track record in leadership roles.
• Michelin-starred or Rosette environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead senior leadership within the kitchen and set exceptionally high standards.
• Oversee day-to-day running of the kitchen with the Head Chef.
• Master all sections of a professional kitchen and fill in as needed.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.
• Ensure kitchen processes and systems are followed consistently.
• Assist with menu development and implementation where required.
• Oversee service and ensure smooth operation under pressure.
• Maintain organisation, cleanliness and discipline in the kitchen.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, prep and kitchen administration.
• Act as key support to the Head Chef in their absence.
• Demonstrate longevity and commitment to the restaurant.

Skills

Strong leadership

Maturity

Attention to detail

Process-driven

Job description

The Head Chef is looking for a mature, highly driven and technically accomplished Senior Sous Chef who has mastered all sections of the kitchen and has the leadership ability, experience and discipline to play a key role in the day-to-day running of the brigade.

This is a hands-on senior leadership position for a chef who takes genuine pride in maintaining consistently exceptional standards and understands the importance of precision, consistency, organisation and teamwork.

The Role

As Senior Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of food, service, team performance and kitchen organisation are maintained at all times.

You will be expected to:

• Take a senior leadership role within the kitchen, leading by example and setting exceptionally high standards.
• Work closely with the Head Chef on the day-to-day running and organisation of the kitchen.
• Have mastered all sections of a professional kitchen and be confident stepping into any section when required.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.
• Ensure all kitchen processes, systems and standards are followed consistently.
• Assist with menu development, preparation and implementation where required.
• Oversee service and ensure the kitchen operates smoothly, efficiently and calmly under pressure.
• Maintain excellent levels of organisation, cleanliness and discipline throughout the kitchen.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, prep and kitchen administration.
• Act as a key support to the Head Chef and provide strong leadership in their absence.
• Demonstrate consistency, reliability and a genuine long-term commitment to the restaurant.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an experienced Senior Sous Chef with a proven track record within high-end, quality-driven kitchens.

Ideally, you will have experience within a Michelin-starred or multiple Rosette environment, with a strong grounding in modern European cuisine and the ability to lead a high-performing brigade.

Most importantly, the Head Chef is looking for someone who brings:

• Maturity and professionalism
• Strong leadership ability
• The right attitude and work ethic
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A highly process-driven approach
• A proven record of longevity in previous roles
• A genuine commitment to building a long-term career within the restaurant

Technical ability and experience are essential, but character, leadership, attitude and the ability to work as part of a high-performing team are equally important for this appointment.

What's on Offer

• Sundays and Mondays off
• Immediate start
• Genuine career progression within the restaurant group
• Opportunity to work alongside an established and highly respected Chef Patron
• A senior position within one of London's most exciting and sought-after restaurants
• The opportunity to play a key role in the continued development and success of the kitchen

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Senior Sous Chef looking to build a long-term career within a serious, high-calibre restaurant group.

If you are an ambitious Senior Sous Chef with Michelin or multiple Rosette experience, strong longevity on your CV, proven leadership ability and the maturity and attitude to thrive in a demanding but rewarding kitchen, PRS would love to hear from you.