Sous Chef - American Grill

COREcruitment; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant American grill in Brixton is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a high-energy kitchen. This role offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a structured and ambitious restaurant group known for its bold BBQ flavors. With a focus on quality and speed, the ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and experience in high-volume restaurants. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, staff meals, holiday, and clear progression opportunities.

Benefits

Staff meals

28 days holiday

Referral bonuses

Training programs

Clear progression path

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-volume branded restaurants.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a brigade of 18–20 chefs.
• Ability to maintain consistency and quality under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-energy kitchen in a busy American grill.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and fast service.
• Train and motivate kitchen staff in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Control

Speed

Job description

Sous Chef – American Grill 45k + bonus

Lead a high-energy kitchen in one of London’s most vibrant BBQ destinations.

Brixton

Job Role:Sous Chef
Cuisine:American/Cajun BBQ & soul food classics
Restaurant Size:110 covers (150–200 daily)
Location:Brixton

We’re partnering with a thriving London restaurant group known for its bold flavours and high-volume service.This is a standout opportunity for aSous Chefto grow within a structured, ambitious brand.

The Restaurant:
• Flagship American grill with a loyal following
• Branded menus featuring smoky BBQ, ribs, and Southern comfort dishes
• Part of a top group with expansion plans
• Busy lunch/dinner service (45–48-hour weeks, paid overtime as days in lieu)

The Ideal Sous Chef:
• Proven experience inhigh-volume branded restaurants
• Strong leadership – can motivate a brigade of 18–20 chefs
• Obsessed with consistency, speed, and quality
• Thrives under pressure in a fast-paced grill environment

Why Apply?
•£45K+ 5k Bonus + staff meals, 28 days holiday, and referral bonuses
• Clearprogression path
• Training programs and group career opportunities
• Work with aquality-focused teamin a prime Brixton location

Sound like you?APPLY TODAY!
Send your CV toOlly at COREcruitment dot com

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