Sous Chef

LJ Recruitment; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury Spanish restaurant located in Maidenhead is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and lead a brigade of chefs. The role offers a competitive base salary of £35,000, with potential on-target earnings of up to £43-44k. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Spanish or Mediterranean cooking, excellent culinary standards, and leadership capabilities. Join an exciting restaurant group as it expands and enjoy accommodation assistance.

Benefits

Accommodation assistance

Opportunity for career growth

Five straight shifts per week

Qualifications

• Strong background in Spanish or Mediterranean restaurants desired but not essential.
• Experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Senior CDP ready for the next step.
• Confident and capable of leading the kitchen when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Lead the brigade of 5-6 chefs when required.
• Maintain exceptional culinary standards, focusing on Spanish flavours.

Skills

Strong culinary standards

Experience in Spanish or Mediterranean cuisine

Leadership skills

Teamwork

Job description

Sous Chef - Luxury Spanish Restaurant | £35,000 + Tronc (Up to £43-44k OTE)

Location: Maidenhead
Accommodation assistance available

LJ Recruitment is supporting a luxury Spanish restaurant in Maidenhead, known for its modern décor, vibrant atmosphere, and exceptional tapas-led menu. Serving up to 450 covers on busy days, the restaurant is part of a growing group with two established sites and a third opening next year.

What We're Offering

• £35,000 base salary
• On-target earnings up to £43-44k with Tronc
• Accommodation assistance available
• Five straight shifts per week on a rota basis
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding restaurant group

Your Role

• Support the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations
• Lead the brigade of 5-6 chefs when required
• Maintain exceptional culinary standards, with a strong focus on Spanish flavours and tapas dishes
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
• Uphold strict food hygiene, safety, and compliance procedures
• Help develop new dishes and contribute to seasonal menu planning
• Ensure smooth, efficient service during high-volume operations (up to 450 covers)

About You

• Strong background in Spanish or Mediterranean restaurants desired but not essential
• Experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Senior CDP ready for the next step
• Confident, calm, and capable of leading the kitchen when needed
• Passionate about quality, authenticity, and consistency
• A team player with a positive, hands‑on approach

If you're a passionate chef looking to progress your career within a thriving high-quality Spanish restaurant, we'd love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now and become a key part of this exciting and expanding culinary team