Sous Chef

Freak Scene Balham; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned Pan-Asian restaurant in London is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their team. As part of a dynamic working environment, you'll lead the kitchen, create innovative dishes, and work closely with a creative team. The ideal candidate has solid experience in high-quality kitchens and a love for Asian flavours. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to make their mark in the culinary scene.

Benefits

Learn from a creative chef

Competitive pay

Career progression opportunities

Staff meals

Qualifications

• Solid experience in a fast-paced, quality kitchen.
• Passion for Pan-Asian cooking.
• Drive to push culinary boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations as Sous Chef.
• Create bold and innovative Pan-Asian dishes.
• Collaborate with a passionate team.

Skills

Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP

Knowledge of Asian flavours

Ability to work under pressure

Team player

Creative mindset

Job description

Overview

🔥 . SOUS CHEF – FREAK SCENE BALHAM. 🔥 Pan-Asian. High energy. Zero boredom. All flavour. Freak Scene isn’t your average restaurant — it’s a full-throttle ride through the wild side of Pan-Asian cooking. Born from the mind of ex-Nobu chef Scott Hallsworth, Freak Scene is about big flavours, creative chaos, and building a cult following one dish at a time. We’re now on the hunt for a Sous Chef to join our Balham crew — someone hungry to learn, lead and make their mark in one of London’s most exciting kitchens.

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What’s in it for you

• Learn directly from one of the UK’s most creative chefs (and ex-Nobu alumni).
• Be part of a tight, passionate team who actually give a damn about food.
• Cook insane, bold Pan-Asian dishes — no boring plates, no hotel food nonsense.
• Real creative input – we want your ideas, not just your knife skills.
• Career progression across a growing restaurant group.
• Competitive pay, staff meals, proper respect, and a buzz that’s addictive.

We’re looking for someone who

• Has solid experience as a Sous or Senior CDP in a fast-paced, quality kitchen.
• Lives and breathes Asian flavours — or wants to master them.
• Can handle pressure, think fast and keep standards high.
• Loves working with people, not against them.
• Has the drive to push boundaries and keep getting better.

About Freak Scene

Founded by Scott Hallsworth (ex-Nobu Head Chef), Freak Scene has become London’s cult Pan-Asian restaurant — known for dishes like Singapore Chilli Crab Wonton Bombs, Miso-Grilled Black Cod Tacos and Beef Fillet with Shiso Chimichurri. We’re growing fast and building the next big thing in London dining — and we want people who want to grow with us.

Think you’ve got the fire? Drop us your CV and a few lines about why Freak Scene should be your next kitchen home.

📍 Freak Scene Balham – London SW12. 🔥 Pan-Asian | Rock’n’Roll | Cult Energy

Role Details

• Experience: Required
• Employment: Full-time
• Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday
• Salary: £15 – £19 hourly
• Starting time: Immediate start

About Freak Scene Balham

About Freak Scene Group. Freak Scene is London’s most irreverent indie restaurant group — a riot of punk Asian flavours, bold creativity, and a don’t-give-a-damn attitude. Born from underground pop-ups and cult supper clubs, we’ve grown into