Sous Chef - London

Legado; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A new Spanish restaurant in London is searching for an experienced Sous Chef to help deliver exceptional culinary experiences. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality dish preparation, assist in menu innovation, and manage kitchen operations. This role is ideal for a creative cook passionate about Spanish cuisine, ready to join a vibrant team dedicated to quality and hospitality. Opportunities for career progression in a renowned restaurant group await the right individual.

Benefits

Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants

Discounted gym membership

Wedding gift & new-born care package

Access to financial advice

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role at a high-quality venue.
• Demonstrated creativity in menu development and plate presentation.
• Understanding of kitchen management principles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the delivery of consistent and high-quality dishes.
• Assist in managing daily kitchen operations including prep schedules.
• Participate in menu development and monitor stock control.

Skills

Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef in a high-quality restaurant

Strong awareness of trends and seasonality of produce

Creative approach with excellent attention to detail

Ability to manage, train and motivate a kitchen brigade

Experience scheduling and reviewing staff rotas

Working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and procedures

Job description

Position

Sous Chef – London

Legado – Salary: Up to £45,000 per year

Schedule – Full Time

Experience – Previous experience as a Sous Chef within a high-quality restaurant

From the founders of the Michelin-starred Sabor, Chef Nieves Barragán Mohacho, in partnership with JKS Restaurants, is seeking a passionate and talented Sous Chef to be part of Legado—a brand-new Spanish restaurant in Shoreditch.

If you're ready to be part of an exciting new chapter in London's culinary scene and work with a talented team delivering exceptional food and hospitality, we want to hear from you! We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef who shares the same enthusiasm, dedication and passion for food, vibrant hospitality and a unique culinary experience.

The Restaurant Legado, meaning ‘legacy’ in Spanish will showcase the depth and diversity of Spanish food.

With over two decades of experience leading Spanish cuisine in London, Chef Nieves is bringing her vision to life at Legado, a celebration of Spain’s regional culinary heritage.

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.

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;
• 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.
• 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
• 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*
• 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.