Senior Sous Chef - 44k 40 hours

Senior Sous Chef – 44k 40 hours

Senior Sous Chef – Modern Italian Grill – East London – Up to £44k Package (inc service charge) – 40 Hours per week

Lead the brigade in a vibrant East London restaurant renowned for its modern Italian cuisine and charcoal grill. Paid overtime included.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Sous Chef for a prestigious modern Italian restaurant in East London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with premium ingredients and master a charcoal grill in a high-energy, professional environment.

The Restaurant:

Focus on expertly grilled meat and fish using a charcoal grillModern Italian cuisine with seasonal, fresh ingredientsFormal dining outlet within a renowned groupStructured service – closed between lunch and dinner

The Senior Sous Chef Role:

Lead the brigade and support the Head Chef in daily operationsMaster the charcoal grill and maintain high standards across all sectionsRun sections, train junior team members, and ensure smooth serviceContribute to menu specials and development

The Ideal Candidate:

Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef ready to step upPassion for high-quality ingredients, with knowledge of meat and fishExperience in busy, high-volume kitchensStrong leadership skills with the ability to train and develop junior staffStable CV with a collaborative, hard-working attitude

Why Apply?

Package: Up to £44k total (including service charge) – base £36k-£38k dependent on experienceHours: Structured 40-hour contract with considered work-life balanceOvertime paidFree staff meals and 28 days holidayInvolvement in menu specials and developmentComprehensive training and induction programmesDiscounts and group benefitsRefer a friend bonus scheme

Sound like the Senior Sous Chef role for you? APPLY TODAY!

Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.



  • Location: London, Greater London, England
  • Salary: £44k per year + package
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: COREcruitment
  • Posted: 30-Apr-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com