Senior Sous Chef - 50-55k in London, London

London

permanent, full-time

£50,000 - £55,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

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Senior Sous Chef – 50-55k

A fantastic opportunity for a Senior Sous Chef to join an established Japanese Robata restaurant in East London, with a focus on authentic Japanese techniques and high-volume service.

The Role
We are recruiting a Senior Sous Chef for an established Japanese restaurant in East London. This is a high-profile opportunity to support the Head Chef in leading a team of 20 chefs in a dynamic, 200-cover restaurant serving modern Robata, skewers and sushi. This role would suit an experienced Senior Sous Chef or a strong Sous Chef ready to step up.

The Restaurant

Premium hotel setting.
Modern Japanese Robata concept.
All-day dining for lunch and dinner in the heart of East London.
High-energy, open kitchen environment.
Part of a group with strong expansion plans.

The Senior Sous Chef Role

Support the Head Chef in operational leadership of the kitchen.
Execute and maintain a high-quality Japanese menu.
Help lead a brigade of 20 chefs for high-volume service.
Oversee Robata grill operations and traditional techniques.
Assist with kitchen management, team development, stock control, suppliers, and compliance.
Ensure seamless collaboration with front-of-house and hotel teams.

The Ideal Senior Sous Chef

Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef, Sous Chef, or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up in high-end Japanese restaurants.
Expertise in authentic Japanese techniques, especially Robata grill cooking.
Strong track record in high-volume kitchens (100+ covers).
Excellent leader with experience supporting and inspiring teams of 10+.
Commercially astute with cost control and compliance knowledge.
Calm, organised, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Why Apply