Senior Sous Chef - Lead, Grow & Earn with Benefits

london bridge; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cash tips and tronc

Annual profit share bonus

30% food & drink discount

50% off food on shift

Discounted hotel stays

Wellbeing support

Career development programmes

Enhanced family policies

Discounts via JW BenefitHub

Job summary

JW Lees is seeking a Sous Chef to join the talented kitchen team in the United Kingdom. You will lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence, assist with menu development, stock management and ensure a safe, compliant kitchen with high standards.

You will mentor junior staff, drive continuous improvement, and work to deliver fresh, quality food with attention to detail across the team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team or sous chef role.
• Experience with menu development and stock management.
• Ability to maintain high standards and 5* Scores on the doors.
• Ability to train and develop junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Support with menu development, stock management and maintaining a safe and compliant kitchen.
• Provide guidance to junior kitchen staff members.
• Ensure that high standards and attention to detail are maintained, working with the team to achieve and maintain 5* Scores on the doors.
• Continuously motivate the team to make sure that fresh quality food is presented each time.
• The Sous Chef plays an integral role in training and development junior team member.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Stock management

Safety compliance

Mentoring juniors

Job description

JW Lees is seeking a Sous Chef to join the talented kitchen team in the United Kingdom. You will lead the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence, assist with menu development, stock management and ensure a safe, compliant kitchen with high standards.

You will mentor junior staff, drive continuous improvement, and work to deliver fresh, quality food with attention to detail across the team.