Sous Chef - Restaurant & Bar

COREcruitment; London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent bar and restaurant in East London is seeking a Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role involves supporting the Head Chef in creating a fresh, seasonal menu while maintaining high standards and leading the kitchen brigade. Ideal for a passionate chef eager to contribute to a vibrant and collaborative environment with opportunities for progression.

Benefits

28+ days holiday

Supplier visits, team socials & industry events

Opportunity to contribute to a modern British menu

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a quality fresh-food kitchen.
• Comfortable running high-volume service with consistency and flair.
• A calm, hands-on leader with a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in delivering a fresh, seasonal menu.
• Lead the brigade, maintaining high standards.
• Develop new dishes reflecting the venue’s ethos.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Passion for seasonal ingredients

Job description

We’re recruiting a Sous Chef to join the kitchen at a stunning independent bar and restaurant in the heart of East London.Set across a vibrant multi-level venue with an open kitchen and wood-fired grill, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a creative, fast-paced team in a unique space.

The Sous Chef will support the Head Chef in delivering a menu built around 100% fresh, seasonal ingredients, all cooked from scratch.The Sous Chef will play a key role in leading the brigade, maintaining high standards, and helping to develop new dishes that reflect the venue’s ethos: sustainability, collaboration, and honest cooking.This is an ideal role for a strong Sous Chef ready to thrive in a busy, high-profile environment with a loyal following.

Sous Chef requirements:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a quality fresh-food kitchen
• Comfortable running high-volume service with consistency and flair
• A calm, hands-on leader with a collaborative mindset
• Passionate about fresh, seasonal ingredients and sustainable sourcing

Sous Chef benefits:

• Up to £47,000 including tronc
• Opportunity to contribute to a fresh, modern British menu
• Supportive team culture with real scope for progression
• 28+ days holiday
• Supplier visits, team socials & industry events
• A dynamic, forward-thinking independent venue in East London

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to yasmin at COREcruitment dot com