Sous Chef

Bistro Freddie; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus £1000 when your 


50% off dining across HAM restaurant

20% off wine retail

Wagestream benefits & flexible pay

Up to 28 days annual leave (36 days w/

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Bistro Freddie, a design-led 45-cover British-French bistro in Shoreditch, is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our creative kitchen team. You will lead with the Head Chef, shape seasonal menus, and nurture a small but ambitious crew in a fast-paced, quality-led environment.

You’ll oversee service during peak hours, develop dishes, and ensure high standards from prep to plate, while fostering a collaborative, learning-focused kitchen culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to motivate a small team.
• Passion for seasonal, European-inspired cooking with quality produce.
• Good understanding of kitchen operations, costing, and ordering.

Responsibilities

• Lead during service to ensure consistency, pace, and dish quality.
• Help shape a seasonal menu with the Head Chef and test new dishes.
• Train and mentor junior team members to maintain a positive kitchen culture.
• Oversee hygiene, allergen procedures, and health & safety compliance.
• Manage prep schedules and section setup for smooth service.

Skills

Leadership

Seasonal cooking

Team mentoring

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Costing & ordering

Job description

Sous Chef

Bistro Freddie is a design lead and atmospheric 45-cover British-French bistro and counter‑top in the heart of Shoreditch. The menu is decadent with some seriously nostalgic French classics, which show case the best of British produce. The wine menu is classic, grown up and highlights the fantastic wines of un‑sung French wine producers.

Our elevated service is led by General Manager, Piotr Maruszczak, (previously Frenchie) who’s joined by Head Chef, Alex Reynolds (previously Eline).

We’re now looking for a talented and driven Sous Chef to take a key leadership role in our creative kitchen team. This is a brilliant opportunity for a chef who’s passionate about seasonal cooking, thrives in a fast‑paced, quality‑led environment, and is ready to help lead a small but ambitious kitchen in one of Soho’s most exciting food and wine spots.

Why You’ll Love This Role

As Sous Chef, you’ll be second‑in‑command in the kitchen, working alongside the Head Chef to deliver exceptional dishes and a smooth‑running service. You’ll play a hands‑on role in menu development, manage sections during busy services, and help lead and inspire a small, close‑knit team. If you’re looking to work with outstanding produce, take ownership of your craft, and grow as a leader, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the Kitchen in Service: Take charge during the Head Chef’s absence, ensuring consistency, pace, and quality in every dish.
• Cooking with the Seasons: Help shape and deliver a menu that evolves with the produce, focusing on bold, fresh, and balanced flavours.
• Training & Mentoring: Support and develop junior team members, creating a positive, learning‑focused kitchen culture.
• Quality Control: Maintain high culinary standards, ensuring every plate meets our expectations.
• Operational Excellence: Manage kitchen organisation, prep schedules, and section set‑ups to ensure smooth service.
• Food Safety: Oversee hygiene, allergen procedures, and health & safety compliance.
• Menu Development: Work with the Head Chef to create and test new dishes, bringing ideas to the table.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef in a high‑quality, busy kitchen.
• Passion for seasonal, European‑inspired cooking and working with the best produce available.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and support a small team.
• Organised, proactive, and confident in managing service under pressure.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, costing, and ordering.
• A collaborative, hands‑on approach to leadership.

What You’ll Get

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive team environment.
• Opportunity to develop skills and take on greater leadership responsibilities.
• Delicious team meals on every shift.
• Flexible shift patterns, with daytimes and evenings available.
• Refer a friend bonus – earn £1000 when your referral joins.
• 50% off dining across all HAM. Restaurant locations.
• 20% off wine retail.
• Access to Wagestream benefits & flexible pay.
• Be part of a creative, growing hospitality group with a strong track record.
• Enhanced parental leave packages – including paw‑ternity for pet parents.
• Up to 28 days annual leave – increasing with length of service (up to 36 days!)
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme & Wisdom App for health & wellbeing support.