Senior Sous Chef Up To 52k in London, London

London
permanent, full-time
£52,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

Senior Sous Chef up to 52k

Senior Sous Chef – Premium Casual Group – Soho / King's Cross – 49-52k + 5% Bonus

Step into your first Head Chef role with the support of a Group Executive Chef. Join a growing group of premium casual restaurants in central London – fresh food, small plates, and a culture that genuinely cares about its people.

We are partnering with a successful restaurant group on the search for a Senior Sous Chef ready to step up. With 3 successful sites and more on the way, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership skills with a clear path to Head Chef.

The Restaurant:

  • Premium casual dining – elevated food, small plates, sharing concepts
  • 160-200 covers on weekends
  • 45-hour contract, breaks between services
  • Kitchen set-up: charcoal grill, flatbread ovens
  • Brigade of 15-20 chefs per site
  • All fresh food prepared on site

The Senior Sous Chef Role:

  • Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team
  • Step up and run the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence – with full support from the Group Executive Chef
  • Manage ordering, stock control, rotas, and food safety
  • 45-hour week, Mondays admin days
  • Help develop the brigade, including CDPs
  • Genuine pathway to your first Head Chef role

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Strong Senior Sous Chef ready for the next step
  • Background in premium casual, high-volume, fresh-food environments
  • Comfortable with small plates and sharing concepts
  • A leader who values culture, inclusivity, and mental wellbeing
  • Ambitious and ready to grow with the business

Why Apply?

  • Salary: £49-52k plus 5% quarterly bonus on KPIs
  • Benefits: Premium medical cover, supportive culture, mental health support
  • Training: 3 months structured training before taking ownership of a site
  • Progression: Clear path to Head Chef with ongoing support from Group Exec
  • Growth: New site opening this year – genuine progression opportunities
  • Culture: Supportive, inclusive, modern working environment

Ready to take the next step?
Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com

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