Sous Chef - Radlett

The Evolve Group; St Albans; On-site; GBP 27,300 - 31,200; Full time

Job summary

The Evolve Group is partnering with a Radlett-based kitchen to recruit a Sous Chef. This role supports the Head Chef in day-to-day operations, leads the brigade during service, and helps develop seasonal menus while maintaining high standards.

The position offers a competitive salary of £27,300–£31,200, 35–40 hours per week, daytime-led service, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Passion for seasonal, ingredient-led cooking.
• Calm, professional approach under pressure.
• Positive, team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
• Leading the brigade during service and in the Head Chef’s absence
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Assisting with menu development, costing, and GP management
• Training and mentoring junior chefs
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance
• Supporting stock control, ordering, and waste reduction

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Seasonal cooking

Calm under pressure

Team-focused

Job description

Sous Chef

Location: Radlett, Hertfordshire

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Reporting to: Head Chef

Hours: 35–40 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays as required

Salary: £27,300 – £31,200 per annum

About the Opportunity

Enhance Catering is currently recruiting for a Sous Chef on behalf of one of our client organisations based in Radlett.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a kitchen entering a new phase, with a strong focus on seasonal menus, quality produce, and delivering a relaxed yet refined dining experience. The kitchen is evolving under new leadership, with a clear vision to build a motivated and ambitious brigade.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role within the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef in overseeing day-to-day operations and leading the team during service and in their absence.

This role would suit an experienced Sous Chef or a strong Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in their career within a progressive and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations
• Leading the brigade during service and in the Head Chef’s absence
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Assisting with menu development, costing, and GP management
• Training and mentoring junior chefs
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance
• Supporting stock control, ordering, and waste reduction

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Passion for seasonal, ingredient-led cooking
• Calm, professional approach under pressure
• Positive, team-focused attitude

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary of £27,300 – £31,200 per annum
• 35–40 hours per week with a healthy work-life balance
• Predominantly daytime-led service with occasional events
• Opportunity to influence menu direction and kitchen development
• Supportive, hands-on leadership
• Career progression opportunities within a growing operation