Sous Chef

Edesia Restaurant Bar & Lounge - New; Bath; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Employee discounts

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Career progression

Job summary

Edesia Restaurant Bar & Lounge in Bath is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our vibrant South American kitchen team. You will help lead the kitchen alongside the Head Chef, ensuring top-quality dishes and smooth service in a busy, high-standard setting.

The role offers a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience, plus opportunities for progression and ongoing training within a passionate, supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie in a quality restaurant.
• Passion for fresh food and high standards.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Experience with stock control and kitchen management.
• Good understanding of food cost control and waste reduction.
• Knowledge of HACCP and Health & Safety regulations.
• Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent).
• Professional attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Calm under pressure and able to lead a busy service.
• Team player with a positive and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the daily management of the kitchen.
• Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Supervise, motivate and develop the kitchen team.
• Assist with menu development and seasonal specials.
• Help manage food ordering, stock control and purchasing.
• Monitor food costs, reduce waste and maintain GP targets.
• Prepare and oversee high-quality dishes during service.
• Ensure excellent food presentation and consistency at all times.
• Assist with staff rotas and kitchen organisation.
• Train and mentor chefs and kitchen porters.
• Ensure all food is correctly labelled, dated and stored.
• Maintain excellent hygiene, cleanliness and Health & Safety standards.
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to deliver an outstanding guest experience.
• Check all kitchen sections before service to ensure they are fully prepared.
• Communicate menu changes, specials and function requirements to the team.
• Report equipment faults and maintenance issues promptly.
• Ensure all kitchen areas, dry stores and refrigeration remain clean and organised.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Stock control

Food cost control

HACCP knowledge

Food Hygiene cert

Work under pressure

Team player

Job description

Sous Chef – South American Restaurant

Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Up to £45,000 per year (depending on experience)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at one of Bath's most popular and long-established South American restaurants.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help lead the kitchen, maintain exceptional food quality, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented chef who enjoys working in a busy, high-quality environment and is ready to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in the daily management of the kitchen.
• Lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Supervise, motivate and develop the kitchen team.
• Assist with menu development and seasonal specials.
• Help manage food ordering, stock control and purchasing.
• Monitor food costs, reduce waste and maintain GP targets.
• Prepare and oversee high-quality dishes during service.
• Ensure excellent food presentation and consistency at all times.
• Assist with staff rotas and kitchen organisation.
• Train and mentor chefs and kitchen porters.
• Ensure all food is correctly labelled, dated and stored.
• Maintain excellent hygiene, cleanliness and Health & Safety standards.
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to deliver an outstanding guest experience.
• Check all kitchen sections before service to ensure they are fully prepared.
• Communicate menu changes, specials and function requirements to the team.
• Report equipment faults and maintenance issues promptly.
• Ensure all kitchen areas, dry stores and refrigeration remain clean and organised.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie in a quality restaurant.
• Passion for fresh food and high standards.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Experience with stock control and kitchen management.
• Good understanding of food cost control and waste reduction.
• Knowledge of HACCP and Health & Safety regulations.
• Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent).
• Professional attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Calm under pressure and able to lead a busy service.
• Team player with a positive and proactive approach.

Working Pattern

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Five days per week.
• Weekend availability is essential.
• Busy and vibrant restaurant environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £45,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Creative input into menu development.
• Staff meals while on duty.
• Employee discounts.
• Company pension (where applicable).
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.

If you're a motivated Sous Chef looking to work with a passionate team and continue developing your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Compensation: Competitive salary