Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen & Team Growth

Loungers; Warrington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus

Overtime pay

Free meal on every shift

Food & drinks discount from day one

Career development

Job summary

Dorado Lounge, part of Loungers, is hiring a full-time Sous Chef to join the kitchen team. You’ll support the Head Chef, lead service, and ensure every dish leaving the pass is of the highest standard. A passion for real cooking and pride in the small details are essential.

We offer a competitive salary with bonus and overtime, a 48-hour contract (40-hour option), paid overtime, and generous progression opportunities across our growing Casual Dining Group across England and Wales.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen shifts with confidence, keeping service smooth, organised and on spec from prep through to the final plate
• Be the Head Chef’s right hand — supporting day-to-day operations, stepping up in their absence, and helping the kitchen deliver consistently strong results
• 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 and par, stock control, waste, orders and effective shift handovers
• Coach and support the team around you, helping new and existing chefs build confidence, grow their skills and deliver great food every shift

Job description

Dorado Lounge, part of Loungers, is hiring a full-time Sous Chef to join the kitchen team. You’ll support the Head Chef, lead service, and ensure every dish leaving the pass is of the highest standard. A passion for real cooking and pride in the small details are essential.

We offer a competitive salary with bonus and overtime, a 48-hour contract (40-hour option), paid overtime, and generous progression opportunities across our growing Casual Dining Group across England and Wales.