Sous Chef

Bank Birmingham; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training (RISE programme)

Discounts on meals

Pension contributions

Employee assistance

Staff meal on shift

Career development

Charity & fundraising

Retail discounts

Refer a friend bonus

Ambassador programme

Job summary

Individual Restaurants in Manchester is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. You will help lead a dynamic crew, prepare exceptional dishes and uphold our high standards across busy service.

You should have proven Sous Chef experience, strong leadership, thrive under pressure and be passionate about delivering outstanding culinary experiences to guests.

Join a company with a clear training path, staff benefits and a collaborative culture across our collection of restaurants.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role.
• Leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and collaborate with a dynamic kitchen team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure culinary environment.
• Passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Fast-paced environment

Culinary excellence

Job description

Individual Restaurants has an exciting opportunity for a skilled Sous Chef to join our team based

Why work with us

• The Sunday Times – Best place to work 2024 & 2025
• Full in-house training provided through our bespoke RISE programme
• 50% off your food and drink bill at any of our restaurants, at any time, for up to 8 people
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages
• Access to up to 40% of earnt wages and financial wellbeing tools through Wagestream
• Employee Assistance Programme through The Drinks Trust, providing 24/7 support and access to counselling services.
• Career pathways and development through our high performers programme
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Team meals on shift
• 15% off your grocery bill at Iceland Foods
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Opportunities to take part in fundraising and charity events
• Discounts and cashback from hundreds of high street and online retailers
• Refer a friend and earn up to £500
• Individual Champion programme – acting as an ambassador of your brand and representing your team.

When you join Individual Restaurants, you’re not just joining one team. You’re joining a collection of leading restaurants, all with a stellar reputation for quality service and exceptional food. Explore roles across our collection of 30+ restaurants, Piccolino, Restaurant Bar & Grill, Forbici and Riva Blu

About You

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role.
• Leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and collaborate with a dynamic kitchen team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure culinary environment.
• Passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

An individual role is just that. Individual. We hire the best talent across all areas of the business and value them as such. That’s why we have an ongoing commitment to invest in our people through quality training and mentoring from our amazing leadership team.