Sous Chef - London

Sabor; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A Michelin-star restaurant in London is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality, innovative dishes, managing kitchen operations, and developing the menu alongside the Head Chef. Ideal applicants will have prior experience in high-end restaurants, a creative approach, and strong attention to detail. This role offers substantial opportunities for career progression in a critically acclaimed group.

Benefits

Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants

Discounted Gym Membership

Wagestream – stream your pay earlier

Season Ticket Loan

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef in a high quality Restaurant.
• Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce.
• A highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of consistent, high-quality innovative dishes.
• Assist in menu development and manage kitchen operations.
• Manage the overall kitchen team, including scheduling and training.

Skills

Creativity

Attention to detail

Team management

Health and safety knowledge

Seasonal produce awareness

Job description

Sous Chef - London*

Salary: Up to £48,000 per year

Schedule: Full Time

Experience: Previous experience as a Sous Chef within a Michelin or other high-quality restaurant

Sabor are seeking a Sous Chef to join their team.

The successful candidate will be friendly, personable, and passionate about all things food and drink.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef looking for a new role in an award‑winning, critically acclaimed group.

The Restaurant was founded by Nieves Barragan and José Etura. Sabor (meaning flavour in Spanish) takes you on a journey from the tapas bars of Andalucía, through to the asadors of Castile and the seafood restaurants of Galicia.

Sabor focuses on capturing the flavour of Spain as well as showcasing the use of traditional ingredients and cooking methods, and a relaxed approach to dining.

The quality of the produce our kitchen enjoys is unparalleled.

Upstairs in the Asador, whole suckling pigs are cooked in the wood‑fired oven, and octopus are simmered in giant copper pots.

Downstairs in the restaurant, a seafood counter sits next to the dining bar, where guests can oversee the kitchen in full service.

Sabor was awarded a coveted Michelin Star in 2018.

About the Role

The Position As Sous Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishes throughout the operation.

You will play a key role in menu development, working closely with the Head Chef; you will assist in managing the overall kitchen operation, including prep schedules, stock control, budgeting and maintenance, as well as the day to day management of the kitchen team.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef in a high quality Restaurant
• Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce
• A highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage, train and motivate a Kitchen brigade
• Experience scheduling and reviewing staff rotas
• A working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures

This is a very exciting opportunity not to be missed for a talented Sous Chef eager to join a restaurant group with ambitious plans.

Benefits & Culture

Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day.

We are proud to work with industry‑leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.

We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique.

Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as:

• Treat Yourself*
• Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants
• Retail & Takeaway Discounts
• Code App Membership
• Look After Yourself*
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Wagestream – stream your pay earlier
• Company Donations for your involvement with Charities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to Financial Advice
• Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package " Celebrating your big occasions
• Season Ticket Loan
• Progress Yourself*
• Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar
• A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge
• Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group.
• Be Yourself*
• Additional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days)
• Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral
• Staff parties & long service awards
• The Group* JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008.

Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World’s 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2024.

The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, and Sabor; along with cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar, Bibi, and Ambassadors Clubhouse.

Pubs include The Cadogan Arms, The George and The Hound.

JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.