Senior Sous Chef: Elevate High-End Dining & Team Leadership

Fundamental Hospitality Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Professional team environment

High-quality culinary brand

Job summary

Gaia is a high-end dining destination seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support the kitchen leadership team and uphold Gaia’s culinary standards.

You will work under the Executive Chef, supervise staff, ensure quality and presentation, and contribute to menu development and cost control. This role offers career development in a professional, dynamic culinary environment with a strong brand.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Professional Cookery or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Leadership experience in high-volume or premium restaurant environments.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Supervise food preparation ensuring quality and presentation.
• Manage kitchen stations and service flow.
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and cost control.
• Support menu development and recipe consistency.
• Maintain staffing levels for productivity and service standards.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen team members.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Monitor portion control and reduce food waste.
• Foster a positive, professional kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Organisational skills

Pressure tolerance

Education

Diploma in Professional Cookery

Job description

Gaia is a high-end dining destination seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support the kitchen leadership team and uphold Gaia’s culinary standards.

You will work under the Executive Chef, supervise staff, ensure quality and presentation, and contribute to menu development and cost control. This role offers career development in a professional, dynamic culinary environment with a strong brand.