Sous Chef

Roe Restaurant; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Continuous Learning and Development

Wellbeing initiatives

Reward and recognition schemes

Free welcome lunch for you and a guest

50% restaurant discounts across the UK

25% Friends and Family discounts

50% discount on company retail

Staff meal during your shift

Increased holiday entitlement after 3+

Enhanced parental leave

Sabbaticals

Fowl Mouth: pop-up venue opportunities

Job summary

Fallow in London is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to work with the Head Chef, driving culinary excellence and sustainability in a fast-paced kitchen. You will lead a small team, maintain high standards of food quality, and collaborate with front-of-house to ensure a seamless guest experience.

The role offers development through Learning & Development programmes, opportunities for progression, and a strong culture focusing on wellbeing and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen.
• A passion for sustainability and innovative cooking techniques.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team with the Head Chef, ensuring a high standard of food preparation, presentation, and service.
• Continuously assess and improve kitchen processes to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Manage food and labour costs, including stock takes, to ensure profitability and budget targets.
• Organize and rotate stock meticulously, ordering according to guidelines set forth by the Purchasing Team.
• Work closely with the General Manager and front-of-house team to ensure a seamless experience for customers.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Kitchen management

Sustainability ethos

Organizational skills

Team development

Job description

Fallow was founded by three individuals in May 2019, two chefs Jack Croft and William Murray, and career hospitality entrepreneur James Robson. The essence of this combination makes up much of Fallows DNA, where conscious culinary creativity meets hospitality experience and passion. Fallow's permanent home in St James's market was established in November 2021 and has since attracted a string of awards including both "Marie Claire" and GQ 'sustainable restaurant of the year' and the Caterer award for 'best new restaurant'.

As a Sous Chef at Fallow, you will work closely with our Head Chef, bringing your culinary expertise and leadership to create an exceptional dining experience. You will play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, innovation, and sustainability, helping to shape a dynamic and forward-thinking kitchen.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team with the Head Chef, ensuring a high standard of food preparation, presentation, and service.
• Continuously assess and improve kitchen processes to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Manage food and labour costs, including stock takes, to ensure profitability and budget targets are met.
• Organize and rotate stock meticulously, ordering according to guidelines set forth by the Purchasing Team.
• Work closely with the General Manager and front-of-house team to ensure a seamless experience for customers.

About you

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen.
• A passion for sustainability and innovative cooking techniques.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and develop a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to creating a positive kitchen culture.

The benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Career progression.
• Continuous Learning and Development programme including external opportunities such as WSET and Leadership courses.
• Wellbeing initiatives.
• Reward and recognition schemes.
• Free welcome lunch for you and a guest.
• 50% restaurant discounts across the group.
• 25% Friends and Family discounts.
• 50% discount on company retail.
• Supplier trips, staff parties and team socials.
• Staff meal during your shift.
• Increased holiday entitlement after three years employment.
• Enhanced parental leave (after one year's employment).
• Sabbaticals (after three years employment).
• Fowl Mouth: the opportunity for our employees to use Fowl as a venue to organise a professional pop-up night.

At FALLOW, we're passionate about fostering an environment that allows everyone to thrive and prosper, regardless of background. Diversity of perspective and an inclusive approach that promotes the voice of those experiences and viewpoints are well-known to be beneficial for our company and, consequently, career advancement.