Sous Chef (Monday-Friday)

Berkeley Scott; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious culinary venue in London is seeking a Sous Chef to deliver modern British cuisine in a vibrant environment. This role offers a balanced work schedule of 45 hours per week predominantly from Monday to Friday, with opportunities for growth into a Head Chef position. You will play a key role in preparing for lunch and dinner services and supporting events. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-quality kitchens and enjoy working in a collaborative team.

Benefits

Mostly Monday to Friday

Balanced work hours

Opportunity to become Head Chef

Professional kitchen environment

Culinary development training

Qualifications

• Experience in high-quality, volume-led kitchens is essential.
• Ability to handle both brasserie service and event functions.
• Professional and flexible approach to kitchen standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver modern British menu for lunch and dinner services.
• Support private dining and events for special functions.
• Work as part of a close-knit team of chefs.

Skills

Experience in high-quality, volume-led kitchens

Brasserie service competence

Event catering experience

Strong leadership qualities

Job description

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Are you a seasoned Sous Chef looking for a better work-life balance without stepping away from exciting, high-quality food? This is your chance to join one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious establishments — a venue steeped in history and tradition, now evolving with a modern British brasserie and dynamic events offering.

With a predominantly Monday–Friday schedule, a 45-hour workweek, and a clear path to Head Chef, this is the perfect opportunity for someone who’s still passionate about the kitchen but values life outside of it too.

About the Role

You’ll be based in the brasserie with a team of 10 chefs, delivering a modern British menu for lunch and dinner services (up to 100 covers), with a simple breakfast offer of coffee and pastries. You’ll also support private dining and events, with functions occasionally serving 200+ guests — so any event catering experience is a big plus!

What’s in it for you?

Mostly Monday to Friday, with the occasional weekend event

45 hours per week – a proper balance

Chance to work in a well-equipped, professional kitchen

Be part of a small, skilled team of 10 chefs

Clear route to Head Chef with training on costings, menu development, and office responsibilities

Join a respected company with 8 venues in London and more across the UK

Cook with great produce in a venue with a strong reputation and loyal clientele

We’re looking for a Sous Chef who:

Has experience in high-quality, volume-led kitchens

Is confident working both brasserie service and event-style functions

Is calm, consistent, and leads by example

Wants to grow into a Head Chef role in the near future

Enjoys being part of a collaborative, close-knit brigade

Is flexible and professional – someone who cares about standards but enjoys their work

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