Sous Chef

Banana Tree; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% Employee Discount

Flexible Working

Referral Bonus

Career Growth

Wellbeing & Support

Perks & Rewards

Team Celebrations

Job summary

Banana Tree in London is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team and deliver vibrant Southeast Asian-inspired dishes with passion and energy.

You will guide staff, maintain high hygiene standards, and ensure smooth operations while delivering memorable guest experiences and supporting your team’s growth.

Responsibilities

• Create a wide range of dishes – From starters to desserts, delivering quality every time.
• Work as a team – Keep up the pace and energy in the kitchen.
• Ensuresafety & hygiene – Always maintaining the highest food safety standards.
• Communicate & stay organised – Keep the kitchen running smoothly under pressure.
• Guide & mentor junior chefs – Share your skills and help the team develop & grow.

Job description

Lead the Adventure – Become a Sous Chef at Banana Tree

Salary + generous tronc shared fairly among the team

AtBanana Tree, we don’t just serve food—weserve up experiences inspired by the vibrant streets and flavours of SoutheastAsia. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for hospitality and a hungerfor adventure, this is your moment.

As Sous Chef, you’ll be the heartbeat of therestaurant—guiding your team, delighting guests, and bringing the spirit ofBorneo, Malaysia, and beyond to life every single day. From the buzz of a busyservice to the joy of a perfectly plated Laksa, you’ll ensure every detailreflects our bold, energetic brand.

This isn’t just a leadership role—it’s your opportunity toshape a culture, grow a business, and take your career somewhere extraordinary.

At Banana Tree, our food takes you places. As Sous Chef,you’ll lead the way.

Why Join Banana Tree?

We know that happy teams create great guest experiences, sowe offer:

• A Place for Everyone – We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if you bring enthusiasm and a great work ethic, there’s a place for you in our kitchen!
• 50% Employee Discount – Enjoy discounts across Big Table Group brands, plus 25% off for friends & family.
• Flexible Working – Negotiable contracts to suit your lifestyle.
• Referral Bonus – Get rewarded for bringing great people on board!
• Career Growth – Fully funded Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeships and development programs
• Wellbeing & Support – Our We Care program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness & diet plans.
• Perks & Rewards – Access wages before payday, salary finance support, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and entertainment.
• Team Celebrations – Competitions, team parties, and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers

As a Sous Chef, you will:

• Create a wide range of dishes – From starters todesserts, delivering quality every time.
• Work as a team – Keep up the pace and energy inthe kitchen.
• Ensuresafety & hygiene – Always maintaining the highest food safety standards.
• Communicate & stay organised – Keep thekitchen running smoothly under pressure.
• Guide & mentor junior chefs – Share yourskills and help the team develop & grow.

Who We’re Looking For:

At Banana Tree, we don’t just look for experience—we lookfor leaders. If you’re a strong communicator, passionate about food anddeveloping people and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear fromyou.

At Banana Tree, everyone is welcome. We are committed tocreating a workplace where you can be yourself and thrive. If you need anyadjustments during the hiring process, just let us know—we’re happy to help.