Individual Restaurants
Sous Chef
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Sous Chef Opportunity – Individual Restaurants
As a Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in the kitchen's success, contributing to the creation of world-class dining experiences. You’ll collaborate with the Head Chef to design and execute a diverse, high-quality menu while maintaining consistency and excellence in every dish.
Why Work With Us?
Recognition & Culture
- Recognised as the Sunday Times Best Place to Work in 2024 & 2025
- A vibrant, inclusive community across 30+ leading restaurants including Piccolino, Restaurant Bar & Grill, Forbici, and Riva Blu
Employee Benefits
- Full in-house training through our bespoke RISE programme
- 50% off food and drinks at any of our restaurants – up to 8 people
- Early access to earned wages (up to 40% via Wagestream), plus financial wellness tools
- Enhanced maternity & paternity packages
- 3% employer pension contribution
- Structured career development via our high performers programme
- 24/7 support through The Drinks Trust Employee Assistance Programme, including mental health counselling
- Team meals on shift, 15% off Iceland Foods grocery bills, and a Health Care Cash Plan
- Fundraising & charity event opportunities
- Discounts & cashback with hundreds of high street and online retailers
- Refer-a-friend scheme (earn up to £500 per successful referral)
- Individual Champion programme – embassy opportunities to represent your team and brand
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The Role
As a Sous Chef, you will:
- Work closely with the Head Chef to maintain high culinary standards
- Oversee kitchen operations and ensure menu consistency across locations
- Train and lead juniors and junior chefs
- Manage inventory, costs, and sustainability protocols
- Foster a dynamic, high-performance kitchen team
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About You
We’re looking for a professional with:
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef (or equivalent) in premium dining
- Leadership skills – ability to motivate and collaborate in a fast-paced environment
- Thrives under pressure and maintains composure in demanding situations
- Passion for exceptional culinary experiences
- Individuality & drive – we value personality and ambition
Why Join?
At Individual Restaurants, you’re not just improving a single restaurant—you’re part of a broader legacy of excellence. Our ongoing investment in employee training and mentoring ensures you’re constantly growing.
If you have the skills, creativity, and passion to elevate dining, we want to hear from you. Click ‘apply’ today—let’s make amazing food together!
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