Senior Sous Chef - Open fire cooking! 44-48k

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned London restaurant known for its South Asian-inspired cuisine as a Lead Chef. This role offers creative freedom, growth potential within an expanding group, and a structured work-life balance with only one double shift weekly. Ideal candidates will have fire mastery and leadership skills, contributing to a vibrant kitchen environment.

Benefits

Staff meals

Discounts

28 days holiday

Clear pathway to Head Chef roles

Strong work ethics culture

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in charcoal/wood-fired cooking.
• Ability to train junior staff and maintain high standards.
• Experience in fine dining or high-volume restaurants.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team in crafting seasonal small plates.
• Ensure Michelin guide-level consistency at high volume.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef on menu development.

Skills

Fire mastery

Leadership

Creative discipline

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Central London, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

25.05.2025

Expiry Date:

09.07.2025

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Job Description:

Join an award-winning London Bridge restaurant renowned for South Asian-inspired small plates and sharing dishes.

Lead the flames in one of London’s most dynamic fire-driven kitchens, where bold South Asian flavors meet live-fire theatre in a vibrant 250-cover setting.

Why This Role?

• Creative freedom: Collaborate with the Head Chef to craft seasonal, fire-kissed small plates within a tight 8-10 chef brigade.
• Growth potential: Contribute to an expanding group with new sites in development, influencing menus and standards.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy only 1 double shift weekly within a well-structured 48-hour week.

We Need You If You Have:

• Proven fire mastery: Expertise in charcoal/wood-fired cooking, ideally from fine dining or high-volume restaurants.
• Leadership grit: Ability to train junior staff and maintain Michelin guide-level consistency at 250 covers/day.
• Creative discipline: Ability to balance innovation with operational rigor in a fast-paced environment.

Perks Beyond the Pay:

• Staff meals, discounts, and 28 days holiday.
• Clear pathway to Head Chef roles as the group expands.
• A culture built on strong work ethics and a passion for pure, flame-driven flavors (no gimmicks).

Ready to stoke your career?

Contact Olly at COREcruitment dot com