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Sous Chef | Premium Fresh Food Restaurant | Fitzrovia, London
Salary: £46,000–£50,000 per annum (DOE)
Exceptional candidates may be offered a higher salary
Sous Chef with Genuine Head Chef Progression
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and talented Sous Chef to join a highly regarded, premium fresh food restaurant in the heart of Fitzrovia.
This is far more than a traditional Sous Chef position. Working directly alongside an experienced Head Chef, you'll receive genuine mentorship while developing the leadership, operational and commercial skills required to become a successful Head Chef.
As the Head Chef also oversees another site, you'll take full responsibility for the kitchen one to two days each week, leading the brigade, managing service and running the operation independently. It's a rare opportunity to gain real Head Chef experience while still benefiting from the support and guidance of an experienced leader.
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The Role
- Work within a premium 80-cover restaurant serving contemporary Latino cuisine & Peruvian-inspired cuisine.
- Support the Head Chef with the daily operation of the kitchen.
- Lead a brigade of 5 chefs plus Kitchen Porters.
- Take full responsibility for the kitchen during the Head Chef's absence.
- Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation.
- Assist with ordering, stock control, food safety and kitchen organisation.
- Help develop junior chefs and maintain a positive kitchen culture.
- Contribute ideas towards seasonal dishes and menu development.
About You
We're looking for a Sous Chef who is passionate about quality food and ready to take the next step in their career.
You'll have:
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or an exceptional Junior Sous Chef ready to progress.
- Experience within quality fresh food restaurants.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills.
- Excellent standards and attention to detail.
- The confidence to lead a busy service independently.
- A positive attitude and genuine ambition to become a Head Chef.
- An interest or experience in Latin America or Peruvian cuisine would be advantageous but is not essential.
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What's on Offer
- £46,000–£50,000 salary (DOE)
- Exceptional candidates may be offered a higher salary
- Genuine Head Chef development and mentorship.
- Regular opportunities to run the kitchen independently.
- Premium fresh food environment.
- Closed every Sunday.
- 7 shifts across a 5-day working week.
- Stable, supportive and ambitious team.
- Excellent long-term career progression.
If you're an ambitious Sous Chef looking for genuine responsibility, outstanding mentorship and a clear pathway towards your first Head Chef position, we'd love to hear from you.
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