Sous Chef

Hospitality & Catering Solutions; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Italian luxury restaurant in central London is seeking a Sous Chef to join their team. The role offers a competitive salary of £55,000 per annum, with potential additional earnings. Candidates should have experience in high-quality dining environments and a strong background in Italian and/or European cuisine. The position comes with excellent opportunities for growth and mentorship under a celebrated chef.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus additional earnings

Work in a state-of-the-art kitchen

Complimentary staff meals and uniforms

Opportunities for growth and progression

Qualifications

• Previous experience in award-winning restaurants or luxury hotels.
• Stable and consistent employment history.
• Proven ability to deliver quality dishes in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes.
• Work as part of a 50-strong kitchen brigade.
• Assist in delivering up to 500 covers per service.

Skills

Italian and/or European cuisine

High-quality dish preparation

High-volume service experience

Ability to work in a large team

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Sous Chef

Our client is a prestigious Italian luxury brasserie that has recently made a striking debut in the heart of central London. Famed for its bold, flavour-driven dishes, the restaurant presents an inspiring Italian menu with a contemporary American twist. Boasting a state-of-the-art, spacious kitchen, the venue offers an all-day à la carte dining experience that blends culinary creativity with premium hospitality. With acclaimed sister restaurants around the globe, this London opening has made an unforgettable first impression on the city's vibrant dining scene.

Sous Chef Benefits

• £55,000 per annum, plus the potential for additional tronc earnings
• 48-hour work week
• Work in a state-of-the-art kitchen with generous space and top-tier equipment
• Full onboarding and training on our distinctive Italian menu
• Enjoy complimentary staff meals and provided uniforms
• Exceptional opportunities for growth and progression within a global restaurant group
• Work under the mentorship of a celebrated and visionary chef

Sous Chef requirements

• Previous experience in award-winning restaurants, luxury hotels, or private members’ clubs
• A strong foundation in Italian and/or European cuisine is preferred
• Stable and consistent employment history is essential
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality dishes in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Confident working within a large brigade – you’ll be part of a 50-strong team, serving up to 500 covers per service