Senior Sous Chef / Development Chef

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment is seeking a Senior Sous Chef / Development Chef specializing in Chinese cuisine. This role involves crafting Michelin-star quality dishes and offers a supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance. Ideal candidates will have fine dining experience and a passion for culinary creativity.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Company pension plan

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Experience in fine dining, ideally at a Michelin-star level.
• Exceptional creativity and passion for culinary innovation.
• Strong presentation skills with an eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Create and present recipes and menus for clients expecting Michelin-star level dishes.
• Develop new recipes and culinary concepts.

Skills

Creativity

Culinary Innovation

Presentation Skills

Attention to Detail

Fluency in Mandarin or Cantonese

Job description

Job Title: Senior Sous Chef / Development Chef – Chinese Cuisine

Location: Hayes, London, United Kingdom

Schedule: Monday to Friday, Office Hours

Salary: c.£45-65k DOE

Client: D R Newitt

Job Reference: 9e3ba4e7fda4

Job Views: 3

Posted: 23.05.2025

Expiry Date: 07.07.2025

Job Description

Join a Michelin-star level team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of gourmet cuisine. This Senior Development Chef role focuses on Chinese Cuisine, creating and presenting recipes and menus for clients expecting Michelin-star level dishes.

• Great work-life balance – Monday to Friday, office hours.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Private Healthcare.
• Company pension plan.
• Opportunities for progression.

Requirements

• Experience in fine dining, ideally at a Michelin-star level.
• Exceptional creativity and passion for culinary innovation.
• Strong presentation skills with an eye for detail.
• Ability to develop new recipes, even without prior development experience.
• Suitable for someone looking to advance or already at this level.
• Fluent or native proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese.

Note: This role requires full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, the company cannot sponsor or consider Post-Study Work Visa holders.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly for a confidential discussion.