Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen, Menu Development & Growth

Cubitt House; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

20% discount in Young’s Group Pubs

30% discount on Overnight stays

Company Pension Scheme

28 Days Holiday per year

Job summary

Cubitt House is seeking a Sous Chef to join our food-famous pub team in London. You will support the Head Chef, lead the kitchen brigade, and ensure every dish is delivered with passion and pride, reflecting our seasonal British menus and hospitality standards.

You’ll contribute to menu development, mentoring junior chefs, and upholding health, safety, and hygiene standards while embracing sustainability and locality in sourcing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a quality hospitality environment.
• Full eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, maintaining consistency and high standards.
• Oversee and motivate the brigade to deliver exceptional dishes and efficient service.
• Champion sustainability, seasonality, and quality in every aspect of food preparation.
• Assist with training, mentoring, and developing junior chefs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene standards.
• Contribute to menu development and innovation while respecting Cubitt House’s style and ethos.

Skills

Leadership

Organisation

Communication

Attention to detail

Seasonal/local food

Hands-on

UK work eligibility

Job description

Cubitt House is seeking a Sous Chef to join our food-famous pub team in London. You will support the Head Chef, lead the kitchen brigade, and ensure every dish is delivered with passion and pride, reflecting our seasonal British menus and hospitality standards.

You’ll contribute to menu development, mentoring junior chefs, and upholding health, safety, and hygiene standards while embracing sustainability and locality in sourcing.