Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Growth & Perks

Loungers; Newcastle-under-Lyme; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on every shift

50% discount on food & drinks

Job summary

Loungers is seeking a qualified Sous Chef to join Cappello Lounge’s kitchen team in a full-time role. You will lead shifts, support the Head Chef, and ensure every dish leaving the pass meets high standards.

This is a great step for an experienced sous, junior sous or chef de partie looking to advance with a growing hospitality brand. Expect a competitive package with bonus, overtime, and clear progression routes, plus staff benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• A passionate cook who takes real pride in fresh ingredients, clean specs and high-quality plating.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen shifts with confidence, keeping service smooth and on spec from prep through to the final plate.
• Be the Head Chef’s right hand—support day-to-day operations and step in during their absence.
• Set the tone for high standards on the pass, with a sharp eye for food quality, pace, cleanliness, hygiene and safety.
• Take ownership of key kitchen routines including prep, stock control, waste, orders and shift handovers.
• Coach and support the team around you, helping chefs build confidence and deliver great food every shift.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food preparation

Job description

Loungers is seeking a qualified Sous Chef to join Cappello Lounge’s kitchen team in a full-time role. You will lead shifts, support the Head Chef, and ensure every dish leaving the pass meets high standards.

This is a great step for an experienced sous, junior sous or chef de partie looking to advance with a growing hospitality brand. Expect a competitive package with bonus, overtime, and clear progression routes, plus staff benefits from day one.