Sous Chef

COREcruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A unique culinary venue in South-West London is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to deliver fresh-modern European dishes. This role involves collaborating with the Head Chef to create an exciting, evolving menu within a dynamic atmosphere. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Sous Chef and a strong commitment to their culinary career. The position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 with additional perks like free venue tickets and options for a 4-day work week.

Benefits

Free venue tickets for staff

Cycle to work scheme

Pension

Work-Life Balance: 4-day-week options available

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as a Sous Chef or strong Senior CDP experience in fresh-food kitchens.
• Strong employment history with commitment and longevity in previous roles.
• Excellent ability to support, mentor, and develop the chef brigade.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head Chef to shape an evolving menu.
• Produce fresh-modern European dishes.
• Support mentoring of the chef brigade.

Skills

Fresh-food expertise

Mentoring and leadership

Menu innovation

Job description

We are recruiting a Sous Chef to join beautiful made-up bistro, cafe and creative private members club and public venue in South-West London. This is a great opportunity for a Sous Chef with strong fresh-food experience who enjoys working in a dynamic, modern kitchen and takes pride in producing fresh-modern European dishes.

This Sous Chef role offers real creative input, working closely with the Head Chef to shape an ambitious, evolving menu for a café, bistro, and lounge space. The venue runs everything from brunch to evening service, with live events, a buzzing atmosphere, and plenty of room for menu innovation, including the chance to reinvent the classic Sunday Roast in South-West London.

Sous Chef Benefits:

• Salary: £45,000 + substantial Tronc
• Hours: 45 Per Week
• Work-Life Balance: 4-day-week options available
• Perks: Free venue tickets for staff
• Extras: Cycle to work scheme & pension

Sous Chef Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 2 years as a Sous Chef or strong Senior CDP experience in fresh-food kitchens
• Stability: Strong employment history with commitment and longevity in previous roles.
• Leadership: Excellent ability to support, mentor, and develop the chef brigade.

Ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Apply today or send your CV to Yasmin AT COREcruitment DOT com