Sous Chef - Mission E1

Chef & Cook; Shotton Colliery; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A lively rooftop restaurant is seeking a Part-Time Sous Chef to manage kitchen operations and mentor junior staff. Responsibilities include preparing seasonal menu items, maintaining high standards of food safety and kitchen cleanliness, and contributing to menu enhancements. The ideal candidate will have experience in busy dining environments, strong culinary skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends. Salary is £16 – £16.5 per hour plus service charge, with additional staff benefits including wellness classes.

Benefits

Salary £16 – £16.5 per hour

Access to wellness classes and facilities

Creative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy culinary environment, preferably as Sous Chef or Senior Cook.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and food safety practices.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with an ability to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth services.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring consistency of dishes.
• Prepare and cook menu items according to café standards.

Skills

Kitchen operations knowledge

Food preparation techniques

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Job description

Part‑Time (Must be available to work weekends) Café Mission, 7‑9 Fashion Street E1 6PX. Café Mission is a lively rooftop restaurant and bar with a relaxed atmosphere, serving a seasonally‑driven menu of modern European and contemporary Asian‑inspired dishes throughout breakfast, brunch and lunch. With culinary offerings ranging from Japanese sandos and shakshuka to teriyaki trout and house desserts, the kitchen champions fresh, seasonal produce and creative, straightforward cooking in a setting overlooking the skyline of East London. The restaurant also hosts private dining and events, combining casual hospitality with flavour‑forward cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing the daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service during breakfast, brunch, lunch, and special event services.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, including commis chefs and kitchen assistants.
• Maintain consistency of all dishes, ensuring presentation and quality standards are met.
• Step in to lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Prepare and cook menu items according to Café Mission's standards, focusing on seasonal, fresh and creative dishes.
• Assist with mise en place organization, food preparation, and station setup prior to service.
• Ensure all ingredients are prepared and prepped in line with portion control and recipe specifications.
• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety throughout the kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and kitchen policies.
• Lead by example in daily cleaning tasks and ensuring kitchen equipment is maintained correctly.
• Contribute ideas for menu enhancements, specials, and seasonal offerings that meet the café's creative direction.
• Help maintain consistency when trialling or introducing new dishes.
• Assist with stock rotation, monitoring inventory levels, and reporting supply needs to the Head Chef.
• Support ordering and receiving deliveries, checking for quality and freshness.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Cook, or similar culinary role in a busy, casual dining or brunch‑focused kitchen.
• Strong working knowledge of kitchen operations and food preparation techniques.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
• Committed to kitchen cleanliness, food safety and team leadership.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and peak service periods.

Benefits

• Salary – £16 – £16.5 per hour + service charge.
• Opportunity to be part of a creative, collaborative culinary team in a unique rooftop restaurant environment.
• Staff benefits will include access to Mission E1 wellness classes and facilities.