Senior Sous Chef - New Opening

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Senior Sous Chef at a new restaurant opening in Birmingham. Join a forward-thinking establishment that values work-life balance and prioritizes team welfare. You'll play a crucial role in supporting the Head Chef, ensuring operational excellence while fostering a welcoming environment for both guests and staff. With a commitment to diversity and personal growth, this position offers a chance to thrive in a dynamic kitchen. Enjoy numerous perks, including generous holiday allowances and unique benefits that enhance your culinary career. If you're passionate about hospitality and leadership, this role could be your next adventure!

Benefits

50% food discount across all restaurants

30 days' holiday

Enhanced parental leave

Charity volunteering days

Paid breaks during double shifts

Training and development for career progression

Team parties and annual festivals

Mortgage advice

Counselling support

Puppy care leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or similar role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in operational and financial success.
• Lead by example and uphold safety standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Hospitality Skills

Culinary Skills

Education

Culinary Degree

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Senior Sous Chef - New Opening, Birmingham

Client:

Blacklock

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

We are excited to bring Blacklock to Birmingham later this year in a beautiful listed building in the heart of a city we admire. Blacklock was born from a love of great meat and fantastic experiences, championing the Chophouse tradition, unpretentious and welcoming.

We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in our new opening, bringing all the Chop Love to our newest location.

Why Blacklock...

Our restaurants are ranked in the Top 100 in the UK and are happy places to work, prioritizing our people. We focus on meaningful careers, serving the best British produce with genuine hospitality.

As a certified B-Corp, we aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves, feel cared for, and have equal opportunities for growth. We are committed to diversity, respecting various voices and backgrounds, to ensure everyone leaves happy—including you!

Our Offer to You

At Blacklock, team welfare and happiness come first. We value work-life balance and offer benefits such as:

• Experience at one of our restaurants after passing probation
• Anniversary gifts including a weekend away and sabbaticals
• 50% food discount across all restaurants (up to 4 people)
• 30 days' holiday (including birthday and company holidays)
• Enhanced parental leave
• Charity volunteering days
• Paid breaks during double shifts
• Days off for Christmas and New Year’s
• Family meals and soft drinks at work
• Cycle and Tech schemes, discounts
• Cost price food and wine
• Puppy care leave
• Mortgage advice, counselling support, legal aid, hardship grants
• Training and development for career progression
• Team parties and annual festivals

Your Role as a Senior Sous

We seek an experienced Senior Sous Chef with leadership and hospitality skills, passionate about guest and team experiences. You will support the Head Chef to ensure cultural, operational, and financial success, lead by example, and uphold safety standards. If you're a natural leader, we'd love to hear from you.