Sous Chef

HC Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent independent restaurant in London is looking for a skilled Sous Chef to join their team. This role involves managing kitchen operations, leading a junior team, and enhancing a Mediterranean dining experience. The ideal candidate will have classical training and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £54,000 per annum based on a four-day work week, in a dynamic kitchen atmosphere.

Benefits

£54,000 per annum

Weekly changing menus

Collaboration with a 25-chef brigade

Central London location near London Bridge

Qualifications

• Experienced Sous Chef with classical training from reputable kitchens.
• Confident leader who can manage sections and guide junior team members.
• Reliable, organized, and service-focused with high standards.
• Strong communication skills; thrives in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations to maintain high standards of quality.
• Lead and develop the junior kitchen staff.
• Prepare menus that reflect seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure smooth service during lunch and dinner.

Skills

Classical cooking techniques

Leadership

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef – Join a Pioneering Mediterranean Kitchen

We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Sous Chef to join a standout independent restaurant led by a highly respected chef-patron and his accomplished Head Chef, both of whom bring over a decade of experience from Michelin-starred establishments.

This new Mediterranean concept is built around innovation, refined techniques, and seasonally driven menus that change weekly.With its elegant design and premium yet relaxed atmosphere, the restaurant delivers a unique dining experience — and is already in high demand, fully booked up to six months in advance with a 120-seat capacity.

Sous Chef benefits:

• £54,000 per annum, based on a 4-day working week
• Weekly changing, ingredient-led Mediterranean menus
• Lunch and dinner service – small, focused à la carte menu
• Work alongside a 25-chef brigade in a collaborative and professional environment
• Central London location – minutes from London Bridge
• Average of 100 covers at lunch and 150+ covers at dinner

Sous Chef requirements:

• An experienced Sous Chef with strong classical training from reputable kitchens
• A confident leader who is comfortable managing sections and guiding junior team members
• A reliable, organised, and service-focused professional with high standards
• Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-level kitchen

This is an excellent opportunity for a Sous Chef who is looking to work with a passionate, driven team at the forefront of London’s modern dining scene.You'll be working with outstanding ingredients, in a kitchen culture that values precision, creativity, and growth.

If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career, we encourage you to apply.