Sous Chef

Chartwells Independent; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a passionate Sous Chef in a prestigious corporate environment. This role blends creativity and leadership, allowing you to showcase your culinary skills in a dynamic setting. You'll support the Head Chef in all kitchen operations, lead the team during their absence, and manage both fine dining and staff dining. With a focus on quality and collaboration, you'll ensure a seamless dining experience. The company offers a supportive work-life balance with daytime hours and a comprehensive benefits package. Elevate your culinary career where your talent is recognized and rewarded!

Benefits

Complimentary taxi home for late finishes

Laundry services organized by the client

Contributory pension scheme

Digital GP access

Discounts on travel, dining, and shopping brands

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Annual salary review

Qualifications

• Expertise in all kitchen areas, particularly in fine dining.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef in kitchen operations and quality delivery.
• Lead the team in the absence of the Head Chef, maintaining standards.

Skills

Fine Dining Expertise

Health & Safety Standards

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Job description

Sous Chef – Prestigious Corporate Environment, London

Location: London
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
Salary: £38,500 + Overtime at x1.5 rate

Are you a skilled and passionate Sous Chef looking for a new challenge in an exclusive corporate setting? This exciting role combines creativity, leadership, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-end environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the Head Chef in all kitchen operations, ensuring seamless service and quality delivery.
• Lead the team in the Head Chef’s absence, maintaining high standards across the board.
• Handle kitchen administration, including stock-taking, ordering, allergens, and due diligence.
• Manage both fine dining and staff dining, adapting to a fast-paced environment and last-minute requests.
• Collaborate with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to ensure a unified dining experience.
• Cross-train across the kitchen, showcasing your versatility and adaptability.

What You’ll Bring:

• Expertise in all areas of the kitchen, with a focus on fine dining.
• Strong understanding of health & safety and food safety standards.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach to kitchen leadership.

What We Offer:

• Monday to Friday daytime hours, ensuring a work-life balance.
• Overtime paid at 1.5x rate.
• Complimentary taxi home for late finishes.
• Laundry services organized by the client.
• Opportunities for growth and exposure to premium suppliers.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Contributory pension scheme.
  • Digital GP access for you and your immediate family, plus wider healthcare benefits.
  • Discounts on top travel, dining, and shopping brands.
  • Wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes.
  • Annual salary review (non-contractual).

Join us to elevate your culinary career in an environment where your talent and hard work are recognized and rewarded.