Sous Chef: Lead a Dynamic Latin Kitchen & Grow Your Career

Las Iguanas Limited; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Flexible working

Referral bonus

Apprenticeships

Wellbeing programme

Wages before payday

Healthcare plan

Dental plan

Gym discounts

Shop discounts

Team events

Job summary

Las Iguanas Limited in Cardiff is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to create a wide range of dishes—from starters to desserts—delivering quality every time and helping the kitchen run with energy.

You will lead and mentor junior chefs, maintain the highest food safety standards, communicate clearly, stay organised under pressure, and work as part of a close-knit team in a busy South American-inspired restaurant.

Qualifications

• Leadership capabilities in a fast-paced kitchen
• Excellent communication with team and front-of-house
• Ability to mentor junior chefs and develop skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration under pressure

Responsibilities

• Create a wide range of dishes—from starters to desserts.
• Work as a team to maintain pace and energy in the kitchen.
• Maintain highest food safety and hygiene standards.
• Communicate clearly and stay organised to keep the kitchen running smoothly under pressure.
• Guide and mentor junior chefs to help the team grow.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People development

Teamwork

Job description

Las Iguanas Limited in Cardiff is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to create a wide range of dishes—from starters to desserts—delivering quality every time and helping the kitchen run with energy.

You will lead and mentor junior chefs, maintain the highest food safety standards, communicate clearly, stay organised under pressure, and work as part of a close-knit team in a busy South American-inspired restaurant.