Sous Chef

Metropolitan Pub Company; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Ongoing training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ubiquitous Chip in Glasgow is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to work closely with the Head Chef and lead a talented kitchen team. You will help deliver exceptional food, while upholding the landmark standards the restaurant is known for.

This hands-on role focuses on daily kitchen operations, menu development, coaching, and fostering a culture of quality and care for guests. An exciting opportunity to shape the next chapter of Scotland’s iconic dining destination.

Qualifications

• Experience with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Ability to apply classic cooking techniques to high-quality dishes.
• Experience with butchery and preparing ingredients from scratch.
• Understanding stock management, ordering, and kitchen organisation.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop chefs in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong leadership to drive a collaborative, quality-driven team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver consistently exceptional food.
• Work closely with Head Chef on day-to-day operations and menu development.
• Coach and inspire the team to maintain high standards across services.
• Play a hands-on leadership role, developing both people and dishes.

Skills

Fresh ingredients

Classic cooking techniques

Butchery

Stock management

Mentoring chefs

Team leadership

Job description

The Role

As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to lead a talented kitchen team, delivering consistently exceptional food while maintaining the high standards that have defined The Chip for generations.

You'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting menu development, coaching and inspiring the team, and ensuring every service reflects the quality and care our guests have come to expect.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fresh food environment and enjoys developing both people and dishes.

Company Description

Join one of Scotland's most iconic restaurants

For more than 50 years, Ubiquitous Chip has been at the heart of Glasgow's renowned food scene. Tucked away on the vibrant Ashton Lane, The Chip has built a legendary reputation for pioneering Scottish cuisine, exceptional hospitality, and an unforgettable dining experience.

Awarded 2 AA Rosettes and recognised by the Good Food Guide since 1971, we're proud to champion Scotland's finest seasonal produce, working with outstanding suppliers to showcase ingredients at their very best. From Oban-landed seafood to locally sourced meats and game, our menus celebrate the very best of Scottish cooking with a modern touch.

Beyond the restaurant, The Chip is home to a collection of unique spaces including our contemporary Brasserie, the lively Upstairs Bar, the Corner Bar with its extensive wine offering, the famous Wee Whisky Bar, and one of Glasgow's best-kept secrets - our beautiful rooftop terrace.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to become part of an iconic kitchen, helping to shape the next chapter of one of Scotland's most respected hospitality destinations.

About Us

At Ubiquitous Chip, we're proud of our heritage, but we're equally passionate about the future. For over five decades we've remained one of Glasgow's most celebrated dining destinations by combining innovation with tradition, exceptional food with genuine hospitality, and a commitment to showcasing Scotland's incredible larder.

If you're looking to join a kitchen where quality comes first, where you'll work with outstanding ingredients, and where you'll have the opportunity to develop your career within one of Scotland's most respected restaurants, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll enjoy:

• Opportunities for career progression and development
• Ongoing training to help you grow your skills
• The chance to work with exceptional Scottish produce in an award-winning kitchen
• A supportive team culture built on passion, quality, and collaboration
• Employee discounts across the business
• Company pension
• Access to wellbeing support and employee benefits
• Join us and become part of the next chapter in the story of one of Glasgow's true hospitality icons.

What We're Looking For

We're Looking For a Passionate And Experienced Chef Who

• Has strong experience working with fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Is confident using classic cooking techniques and takes pride in exceptional craftsmanship
• Has experience with butchery and preparing quality ingredients from scratch
• Understands stock management, ordering, and kitchen organisation
• Leads by example and enjoys developing and mentoring chefs
• Thrives in a busy, quality-driven kitchen where consistency and attention to detail are everything
• Shares our passion for celebrating the very best of Scottish produce

What does success look like?

You’ll become a trusted support to the Head Chef, helping to maintain the exceptional standards that have earned Ubiquitous Chip its outstanding reputation.

You’ll inspire the kitchen team, contribute new ideas, uphold the highest standards of food quality, and play an important role in delivering memorable dining experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.