Senior Sous Chef - Los Mochis London City

Los Mochis London City; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality establishment in Camden Town is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in menu development and kitchen management. This role requires expertise in culinary arts and management skills. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in a Sous Chef position and experience with Japanese cuisine. Join a vibrant team offering competitive compensation and benefits, including private health insurance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private health insurance

Paid sick leave

Free meals while on duty

50% off for visitors

Career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Sous Chef role.
• Exceptional proven ability in kitchen management.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process.
• Approve and polish dishes before they reach the customer.
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Communication

Japanese cuisine

Tools

MS Office

Restaurant management software

POS

Job description

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef with all aspects of the department, including menu development, production, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and presentation. This leadership role requires exceptional culinary expertise and strong management skills.

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other related activities
• Approve and polish dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staff's workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co‑workers

The team behind this brand comes with years of successful experience and is part of an award‑winning international team. If you are a friendly and personable individual who loves hospitality, people, and food, and you are looking for a great working environment with a like‑minded passionate team, then join our successful award‑winning brigade.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Sous Chef role
• Previous experience with Japanese cuisine
• Exceptional proven ability in kitchen management
• Ability to divide responsibilities and monitor progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up‑to‑date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good understanding of useful computer programmes (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive salary – $35,000 + $30,000 Tronc + Excess Tronc on top
• Private health insurance
• 10 days fully paid sick leave
• Study support scheme
• Free meals while on duty
• 50% off when visiting the restaurant with family & friends
• People‑focused culture
• Further career development