Sous Chef / head chef

Filó Brazil; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent restaurant in Islington is seeking a passionate Sous Chef or Head Chef to join their small kitchen team. You will help develop the menu and foster a collaborative culture while executing high food quality standards. The ideal candidate has previous experience and a passion for fresh, quality food. The role offers £15.50 per hour plus service charge in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive environment

Opportunity to help shape the menu

Small, friendly team

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Sous Chef or Head Chef.
• Good level of English; Portuguese is a bonus.
• Clean, organised, focused on health and safety standards.
• Passion for fresh, quality food and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and evolve the food offer and menu concept.
• Lead and support a small kitchen team.
• Execute high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Maintain strong health & safety practices.
• Contribute to menu development and operations.

Skills

Creative cooking

Team leadership

Food quality and presentation

Job description

Overview

Sous Chef / Head Chef – Filo Brazil, Islington. We’re looking for a Sous or Head Chef to join our small but passionate kitchen team at Filo Brazil, an independent restaurant in Islington. Our kitchen is small, but our structure and vision are big — we’re growing and want someone creative and hands-on to help us develop our food offer, build a strong team culture, and bring new ideas to life. We cook with soul, blending Brazilian flavours with modern London style.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and evolve the food offer and menu concept.
• Lead and support a small kitchen team, fostering a collaborative culture.
• Execute high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Maintain strong health & safety practices and kitchen hygiene.
• Bring new ideas to life and contribute to menu development and operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Sous Chef or Head Chef.
• A good level of English; Portuguese is a bonus but not required.
• Clean, organised, and focused on due diligence, Health & Safety, and kitchen standards.
• Passion for fresh, quality food and teamwork.

Compensation and Benefits

• £15.50 per hour + service charge.
• Supportive environment and space to grow.
• Opportunity to help shape the menu and concept.
• Small, friendly team.

About Filó Brazil

We cook with soul, blending Brazilian flavours with modern London style.