Junior Sous Chef - Premium Casual Restaurant Group - Central London 44-47kA Junior Sous Chef role in a busy fresh-food kitchen with a clear path to Sous Chef.COREcruitment is partnering with a growing premium casual restaurant group in Central London on the search for a Junior Sous Chef. This multi-site business has further openings planned, giving the right Junior Sous Chef a genuine chance to build leadership skills and progress.The Junior Sous Chef role
Support the Sous Chef in leading a brigade of 15-20 chefsRun the kitchen in the Sous Chef's absenceManage ordering, stock control, rotas and food safetyTrain and develop the brigade, including Chefs de Partie160-200 covers on a busy weekend, with all food prepared fresh on site
About you
An established Junior Sous Chef ready for the next stepBackground in premium casual, high-volume, fresh-food kitchensConfident with small plates and sharing-style menusA calm leader who values team culture, inclusivity and wellbeingAmbitious and keen to grow with the business
The package
44-47k basic plus tronc45-hour contract with breaks between services3 months of structured trainingClear path to Sous Chef with ongoing supportFurther site openings planned, creating real progressionSupportive, inclusive and modern working environment
If you are a Junior Sous Chef with premium casual, fresh-food experience and want a clear path to Sous Chef, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Sous Chef - High-Volume Branded Restaurant - West London 50-52kA busy, systems-led Sous Chef role with an award-winning restaurant group that genuinely promotes from within.Job Role: Sous ChefConcept: High-volume branded restaurantBrigade: 11-15 chefsLocation: West London, W6An expanding, award-winning UK restaurant group is looking for a Sous Chef to join one of its busy West London kitchens. This is a Sous Chef role for someone who loves fast-paced service, runs a tight kitchen and gets a buzz from developing their team.The Sous Chef role:
Run service alongside the Head Chef in a 100+ cover, high-volume kitchenRestaurants turning 50k+ in weekly sales from a tight, focused menu cooked to specLead, train and develop a brigade of 11-15 chefs, including two Junior Sous ChefsOwn ordering, stock, rotas and kitchen systems and deputise for the Head ChefHold brand standards on consistency, quality and food safety every service
About you:
Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef from a high-volume branded or group restaurantStrong on systems: rotas, ordering, stock takes, specs and kitchen screensA people developer with real examples of training and promoting chefsCalm under pressure, straight talking and proud of consistencyA stable career history and a genuine love of hospitalityAmbitious to build a long-term career and progress to Head Chef
The package:
Up to 51.75k: 32.75k basic plus tronc estimated at 17k (49.75k), plus bonus up to 2kWell-planned hours with minimal overtimeStructured leadership training and a clear path from Sous Chef to Head ChefMonthly dining allowance, staff discount card and healthcare cash planRelocation support available
If you are a Sous Chef with high-volume branded experience and want a clear path to Head Chef with a group that invests in its people, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Sous Chef - Premium Gastropub - West London £45,000-£50,000 plus tronc Circa £10,000A Sous Chef role in a busy, food-led West London gastropub cooking seasonal food from scratch, with tronc taking the package to 50-60k.A respected West London pub operator is looking for a Sous Chef to join a food-led gastropub kitchen. The pub runs a bar, a restaurant and private dining, serving 50 to 150 covers a day and building to busy weekends.The food is seasonal and produce-led with a European influence, cooked from scratch using top-quality suppliers. The Sous Chef will join a brigade of eight to ten chefs, with four to five on each service. There are two Sous Chef positions available, so both established Sous Chefs and strong Junior Sous Chefs ready to step up are encouraged to apply.The Sous Chef role
Support the Head Chef in running a kitchen of eight to ten chefs.Run the pass and lead services of up to 150 covers.Cook seasonal, European-influenced dishes from scratch.Help develop menus, specials and private dining and events menus.Deliver a busy Sunday lunch service.Train and develop junior chefs.Manage ordering, stock, food safety and kitchen standards.
About you
A Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef from a quality gastropub or fresh-food restaurant.Confident cooking seasonal European and modern British food.Calm and organised on a busy pass.Good butchery and fish skills.A positive leader who brings a team with them.Ambitious to grow within a respected pub business.
The package
45-50k basic salary for the Sous Chef.Tronc on top, estimated at 5-10k a year.Top-quality produce and suppliers.Progression within a growing, food-led operator.Interview process to be confirmed.
If you are a Sous Chef with a fresh-food gastropub or restaurant background and want to cook seasonal European food in a top West London pub, send your CV to stuartcampbell at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Senior Sous Chef - High-Volume Pan Asian Restaurant - East London 55kA Senior Sous Chef role running a high-volume Pan Asian kitchen alongside the Head Chef, with an immediate start available.COREcruitment is partnering with an established premium restaurant group on the search for a Senior Sous Chef for its high-volume Pan Asian restaurant in East London. The Senior Sous Chef will be the Head Chef's right hand, running busy services to spec and leading the team day to day. The client is looking for a Senior Sous Chef who can start within two weeks.The Senior Sous Chef role
Act as the Head Chef's right hand in running a high-volume kitchenRun the kitchen in the Head Chef's absenceLead services of up to 600 covers a day, across à la carte and private diningMake sure every dish goes out to group specs, with consistent standards on every serviceManage and develop the junior team, including Chefs de Partie and CommisTrain the brigade on dishes, specs, food safety and kitchen standardsOwn ordering, stock control, rotas and food safety complianceSupport the Head Chef on GP, labour and monthly performance targets
About you
Senior Sous Chef or experienced Sous Chef background in a premium, high-volume restaurantPan Asian, Japanese or Southeast Asian kitchen experience strongly preferredWok, robata grill or live-fire experience an advantageOrganised, calm under pressure and confident leading busy servicesA hands-on trainer who brings junior chefs onAvailable to start within two weeks
The package
55k plus troncEstablished premium restaurant group with scale and progressionPremium ingredients and a well-equipped kitchenImmediate start available
If you are a Senior Sous Chef with high-volume Pan Asian experience and can start within two weeks, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Senior Sous Chef - Premium Casual Restaurant Group - Central London 49-52k plus bonusA Senior Sous Chef role with a structured path to Head Chef, backed by a Group Executive Chef.COREcruitment is partnering with a growing premium casual restaurant group in Central London on the search for a Senior Sous Chef. This multi-site business has further openings planned, giving the right Senior Sous Chef a clear route to their first Head Chef role.The Senior Sous Chef role
Support the Head Chef in leading a brigade of 15-20 chefsRun the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, with full support from the Group Executive ChefOwn ordering, stock control, rotas and food safetyTrain and develop the brigade, including Chefs de Partie160-200 covers on a busy weekend, with all food prepared fresh on site
About you
An established Senior Sous Chef ready to step towards Head ChefBackground in premium casual, high-volume, fresh-food kitchensConfident with small plates and sharing-style menusA calm leader who values team culture, inclusivity and wellbeingAmbitious and keen to grow with the business
The package
49-52k basic plus tronc, plus a 5% quarterly bonus on KPIs45-hour week, with Monday as an admin dayPremium medical cover and mental health support3 months of structured trainingClear path to Head Chef with ongoing support from the Group Executive ChefFurther site openings planned, creating real progression
If you are a Senior Sous Chef with premium casual, high-volume experience and want a genuine path to Head Chef, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Senior Sous Chef - Premium Gastropub - Chelsea 48kA hands-on Senior Sous Chef role in a busy, high-quality Chelsea gastropub cooking seasonal British food from scratch.A chef-led London hospitality group is looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join its busiest site, a premium gastropub in Chelsea. The pub runs a relaxed bar alongside a more formal dining room with table service, plus private dining and events.The food is seasonal and British, cooked from scratch with whole animals, whole fish and produce from small farms and trusted suppliers. The menu changes daily with the seasons and the kitchen team are free to shape dishes. The kitchen is compact and very efficient, so the Senior Sous Chef needs to be outstanding on prep and organisation.The Senior Sous Chef role
Run the pass and lead shifts, deputising for the Head Chef.Plan and organise prep for a compact, high-output kitchen.Cook seasonal British dishes from scratch, including butchery of meat and fish.Help develop daily menu changes and specials with the Head Chef.Deliver bar, dining room, events and a busy Sunday roast service.Train and support a small team of chefs and kitchen porters.Keep food safety, ordering and stock control spot on.
About you
A Senior Sous Chef or strong Sous Chef from a quality gastropub or fresh-food restaurant.Excellent prep skills and organisation in a small kitchen.A real understanding of seasonality and British produce.Confident with butchery and whole-animal cooking.Calm, efficient and consistent at high volume.Ambitious to grow towards a Head Chef role within a growing group.
The package
48k basic salary for the Senior Sous Chef.Tronc and bonus details to be confirmed at first stage.Freedom to cook and change dishes daily with the seasons.Progression within a growing, chef-led group.Interview process to be confirmed.
If you are a Senior Sous Chef with sharp prep skills and a love of seasonal British cooking and want to grow with a chef-led group, send your CV to stuartcampbell at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Sous Chef - High-Volume Premium Pub - Central London 21-23 per hourA Sous Chef role in one of London's busiest premium pub kitchens, built on tight systems, precise recipes and a big, well-trained team.This Sous Chef opportunity is with a highly acclaimed premium pub and dining rooms in Central London, serving around 600 covers a day across a busy bar, restaurant and private dining. The kitchen runs a brigade of 45 chefs.This is not a typical kitchen. Everything runs on clear systems, set recipes and consistency at volume. The Sous Chef plays a key part in leading the team, training chefs and keeping standards high every service. Junior Sous Chef applications are also welcome.The Sous Chef role
Lead shifts as Sous Chef in a 45-strong brigade, running prep and service at around 600 covers a day.Train, teach and develop chefs so every dish goes out to the same specification.Own food standards, digital checks and compliance, making sure records are complete and filed correctly.Support the people and operations side of the kitchen alongside the wider sous chef team.Follow and protect a settled core menu, with seasonal dishes introduced through the year.Keep the kitchen organised, clean and running to tight systems.Work closely with the senior kitchen team to keep the operation consistent day after day.
About you
A Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef from a high-volume, quality-led kitchen.A people manager who enjoys training and teaching as much as cooking.Comfortable working to set recipes and systems, with real attention to precision.Experience of big numbers in premium restaurant groups, busy pubs or large kitchens.Organised and confident with food safety records, checks and standards.Someone who wants to be part of a big team and enjoys operating at a high level.
The package
£21-£23 per hour all in, depending on experience, paid weekly.guaranteed hours a week over 5 days, with every extra hour paid. That is roughly £50-£57k a year.A large, well-structured brigade with clear systems and support.
If you are a Sous Chef with high-volume, quality-led experience and want to lead in one of London's most talked-about kitchens, send your CV to stuartcampbell at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Sous Chef - High-Volume Pan Asian Restaurant - East London 45-50kA hands-on Sous Chef role in a busy, high-volume Pan Asian kitchen, with an immediate start available.COREcruitment is partnering with an established premium restaurant group on the search for a Sous Chef for its high-volume Pan Asian restaurant in East London. This Sous Chef role is all about delivery: running busy services to spec, supporting the Head Chef and developing the team. The client is looking for a Sous Chef who can start within two weeks.The Sous Chef role
Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of a high-volume kitchenRun services of up to 600 covers a day, across à la carte and private diningDeliver every dish to group specs, with consistent standards on every serviceManage and supervise junior chefs across all sectionsTrain the team on dishes, specs, food safety and kitchen standardsSupport with ordering, stock control, rotas and food safety recordsHelp the kitchen hit its monthly performance targets
About you
Sous Chef experience in a premium, high-volume restaurantPan Asian, Japanese or Southeast Asian kitchen experience strongly preferredWok, robata grill or live-fire experience an advantageOrganised, calm under pressure and confident leading busy servicesA hands-on trainer who brings junior chefs onAvailable to start within two weeks
The package
45-50k plus troncEstablished premium restaurant group with scale and progressionPremium ingredients and a well-equipped kitchenImmediate start available
If you are a Sous Chef with high-volume Pan Asian experience and can start within two weeks, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Sous Chef - Premium Neighbourhood Gastropub - Islington, North London 60-65kA hands-on Sous Chef role in a much-loved Islington gastropub, cooking seasonal, ingredient-led food from a menu that changes every two weeks.This Sous Chef opportunity is with a long-established, independently run premium gastropub in Islington, with a dining room, garden and private dining room. The kitchen cooks everything fresh and the head chef writes a new menu every two weeks, so the work stays varied and seasonal.The Sous Chef will run services alongside the head chef in a tight brigade of seven chefs, with around three on each service. Weekday lunch is steady, evenings are busy, Friday and Saturday reach around 180 covers, and Sunday lunch is the big one at around 400 covers.The Sous Chef role
Run the pass and lead services as Sous Chef, including a high-volume Sunday of around 400 covers.Work closely with the head chef on fortnightly menu changes and help bring new dishes to the plate.Organise prep, ordering and mise en place so the kitchen is ready for every service.Lead, train and support a brigade of seven chefs and three kitchen porters.Keep standards high on seasoning, consistency and presentation across lunch and dinner.Manage food safety, cleaning and kitchen records to a high standard.Step up to run the kitchen when the head chef is off.
About you
A Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef with a solid European cooking background.Experience in quality restaurants, bistros or gastropubs where everything is cooked fresh.Confident running a busy service and comfortable with big Sunday numbers.Enjoys a regularly changing menu and has real interest in seasonal produce.Calm, organised and a natural team leader in a small brigade.Available to start soon.
The package
60-65k salary depending on experience. Tronc details to be confirmed at interview.48 hours a week over 6 shifts, typically 42-45 hours in practice, with one double only when needed.Extra shifts are paid.A menu that changes every two weeks and a head chef who involves the team.Interview process: CV to the head chef, followed by a trial on service.
If you are a Sous Chef with a European cooking background and want a menu that changes every two weeks in a busy Islington gastropub, send your CV to stuartcampbell at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Sous Chef - Premium British Restaurant - City of London 45-50kAn award-winning, produce-led British kitchen on the edge of the City is looking for a hands-on Sous Chef to drive a menu that changes every day.The role
The Sous Chef will lead the brigade alongside the Head Chef across a busy seven-day operationDeliver a daily changing menu built around seasonal British produce, wild food and some of the best suppliers in the UKHands-on with butchery, braising, curing and classic British cooking, from snacks and small plates to aged steaksRun the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, covering ordering, stock, rotas and food costTrain and develop CDPs and junior chefs, keeping standards consistent on every coverOwn food safety, allergen control and kitchen compliance
About you
An established Sous Chef, or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to step up, from quality British, gastro or premium restaurant kitchensConfident with seasonal butchery and whole cuts; game experience a real plusA calm, organised Sous Chef who leads from the front during busy servicesCommercially aware, with a good grip on GP, waste and labourStable career history and full flexibility across a seven-day rota
The package
45-50k total packageSous Chef role within a respected, well-established London restaurant group with progression across its sitesA daily changing menu that keeps the cooking creative and seasonal
If you are a Sous Chef with quality British restaurant experience and want to cook top seasonal produce on a menu that changes every day, send your CV to:Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Senior Sous Chef - Premium Restaurant Group – Central London - 50k plus bonusFresh food, open kitchens, proper structure and a real route to Head Chef.COREcruitment is partnering with one of London's best-run premium restaurant groups to find a Senior Sous Chef for its large, high-volume site in central London. Everything is cooked fresh on site every day in open kitchens, the group is a certified B Corp with several central London sites, and new openings are on the way. Senior Sous Chef is the pipeline for Head Chef here, and this is a role built for someone who wants to be next.Why this group
Everything made fresh on site, every dayOpen kitchens, so your brigade's cooking is on showSenior Sous Chef is the route to Head Chef, with new openings comingStrong structure, excellent training and a strong Head Chef to learn fromCertified B Corp with multiple central London sitesNo culture of overtime, and any overtime worked is paid
The Senior Sous Chef role
Be the reliable number two to the Head Chef and run the kitchen in their absenceLead service across a 100+ seat dining room and a 60-seat private dining roomOversee prep, ordering and stock controlTrain, mentor and develop the brigadeKeep food quality, hygiene and consistency tight
About you
Senior Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, fresh-food kitchenConfident running busy services soloStrong on stock control, food safety and team developmentA calm, hands-on leaderReady to make your next move Head Chef
The package
50k total packageBonus of up to 5k a year, paid six-monthlyTeam retention bonusUp to 55.5k a year with full bonus48-hour contract averaging 45 to 48 hours, moving to 45 hours within the next yearPaid overtimeStructured training and a clear path from Senior Sous Chef to Head Chef
How to applyIf you are a Senior Sous Chef with high-volume, fresh-food experience and want a genuine ....Read more...
Junior Sous Chef up to 47kJnr Sous Chef – Premium Casual Group 44 - 47k 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 Junior 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 clear progression.The Restaurant:
Premium casual dining – elevated food, small plates, sharing concepts160-200 covers on weekends45-hour contract, breaks between servicesKitchen set-up: charcoal grill, flatbread ovensBrigade of 15-20 chefs per siteAll fresh food prepared on site
The Junior Sous Chef Role:
Support the sous chef in leading the kitchen teamStep up and run the kitchen in the sous chef's absenceManage ordering, stock control, rotas, and food safety45-hour weekHelp develop the brigade, including CDPsGenuine pathway to your first sous chef role
The Ideal Candidate:
Strong Junior Sous Chef ready for the next stepBackground in premium casual, high-volume, fresh-food environmentsComfortable with small plates and sharing conceptsA leader who values culture, inclusivity, and mental wellbeingAmbitious and ready to grow with the business
Why Apply?
Salary: £44 - 47kTraining: 3 months structuredProgression: Clear path to Sous Chef with ongoing supportGrowth: New site opening this year – genuine progression opportunitiesCulture: Supportive, inclusive, modern working environment
Ready to take the next step? Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com....Read more...
Senior Sous Chef 50-60k Premium Italian Restaurant A fantastic opportunity for a Senior Sous Chef to join a renowned Italian-inspired restaurant in East London, with a focus on whole-animal butchery, hand-rolled pasta, and wood-fired cooking.The Role We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join the team at a renowned Italian-inspired restaurant in Shoreditch. This is a high-volume, quality-led operation with a focus on people and process – not super creativity. The successful candidate will support the Head Chef in leading a brigade of 30 chefs, managing service lunch and dinner, and delivering exceptional food quality and consistency.The Restaurant
Nose-to-tail Italian-inspired restaurantHigh volume quality services.Brigade of 30 chefs.All fish butchered in-house, pasta made in-house, cheese made in-house.
The Senior Sous Chef Role
Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team of 30 chefs.Drive consistency, food quality, and service standards.Manage ordering, stock control, food safety, and compliance.Train, mentor, and develop the kitchen team.Step up and run the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.Work closely with the Head Chef on operational delivery.
The Ideal Senior Sous Chef
Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume, quality-led restaurant.Italian cuisine experience is highly desirable – product or process focused.Strong leadership and people management skills.Calm, organised, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.Commercially aware with good financial acumen.Available for an immediate start
How to Apply If you are a Senior Sous Chef with high-volume, quality-led experience and ready for a new challenge, please send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com....Read more...
Job Title: Senior Sous ChefThis is an exceptional opportunity to join one of Surrey's most prestigious luxury hotels, celebrated for its stunning interiors, outstanding sports facilities, elegant bars, and an impressive collection of premium dining venues. The hotel boasts a renowned fine dining restaurant, a contemporary brasserie, thriving banqueting operations, and a characterful gastro pub, offering guests a first-class culinary experience across a variety of settings.As Senior Sous Chef, you will join a talented and ambitious management team overseeing the hotel's successful brasserie operation. Working with the finest seasonal ingredients, you will play a key role in producing award-winning modern British cuisine, ensuring every dish is delivered with creativity, precision, and consistency. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to menu development, mentor and inspire junior chefs, and further develop your career within a highly professional brigade dedicated to culinary excellence.Senior Sous Chef Benefits:
£25.82 per hour + annual bonus.40 hour contract, hourly paid overtime.Closed for Christmas & New Year every year.Working within a stable and supportive senior team.Located in the beautiful surroundings of SurreyFree Parking on siteEarliest start 8am, latest finish 11:30pmPrivate health careMeals and uniform provided whilst on duty.Pension schemes.
Senior Sous Chef Requirements:
An experienced and accomplished Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef with the ability to confidently oversee the day-to-day operation of a busy, high-quality British brasserie.A strong leader and mentor, capable of motivating, developing, and inspiring junior members of the kitchen brigade.A creative and passionate chef with proven experience contributing to seasonal menu development and modern British cuisine.A talented Sous Chef looking to take the next step in their career will also be considered, provided they can demonstrate a stable employment history, excellent references, and a strong commitment to professional development.A hands-on, self-motivated individual with a minimum of four years' experience in professional kitchens, ideally within a quality-led hotel, restaurant, or brasserie environment.Excellent organisational skills with the ability to maintain high standards during busy service periods.Passionate about using fresh, seasonal ingredients and committed to delivering exceptional food quality and consistency.....Read more...
Senior Sous Chef 47-52k A fantastic opportunity for a Senior Sous Chef to join a well-respected restaurant group in Central London, with genuine progression opportunities and high-volume, quality-led fresh food.The Role This high-profile role involves supporting the Head Chef in managing a brigade of 15-20 chefs in a 200-cover restaurant. The focus is on execution, team leadership, and operational delivery. This role would suit a Senior Sous Chef from a high-volume, branded restaurant background looking for progression within an established group.The Restaurant
Part of a well-respected group with multiple Central London sites.High-volume, fresh food, quality-led operation.Open kitchen.7 days a week – breakfast, lunch and dinner.Food-led site.Multiple menus – feasting, set menus, events, canapé, brunch.
The Senior Sous Chef Role
Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team across all sections.Ensure consistent execution of a high-quality, seasonal menu.Manage ordering, stock control, food safety, and compliance.Drive team development, training, and performance.Step up and run the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
The Ideal Senior Sous Chef
Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume, branded restaurant environment.Strong leadership and people management skills.Ability to follow and execute recipes to a high standard.Commercial awareness with cost control and labour management.Calm, organised, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.Strong cultural fit with the brand's values and work-life balance ethos.Strong branded, quality fresh-food background.
Why Apply
Join a well-respected group with multiple Central London sites.Salary of £47,000 – £52,000 per year.Opportunity for progression within a growing group.Open on location – the priority is finding the right person and then matching them to the site that suits them best.Work with a respected brand with a strong culture.Excellent work-life balance.
How to Apply If you are a Senior Sous Chef with high-volume, branded experience and ready for a new challenge, please send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com....Read more...
Job Title: Sous ChefOur client is a popular independent neighbourhood restaurant in Clapham, specialising in fresh, handmade pasta and quality Italian-inspired cooking. The restaurant operates an intimate open kitchen, serving a concise menu of freshly prepared starters, pasta dishes and desserts across lunch and dinner.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Sous Chef to join a small, established kitchen team where quality ingredients, fresh preparation and consistency are at the heart of the operation.Sous Chef benefits:
£40,000 per annum40 hours per weekNO SPLIT SHIFTSMONDAYS CLOSEDTuesday to Sunday operationEarlier finishes on SundaysLatest finish approximately 10:30pm, with 11pm to 11:30pm on Friday & Saturday30-cover restaurant + 16-cover terraceIntimate open kitchenDedicated pasta lab with fresh pasta made in-houseSmall, quality-focused menuEstablished kitchen brigade2 to 3 chefs working per service with additional KP supportExcellent transport links from Clapham North station
Sous Chef requirements:
A strong Sous Chef who is comfortable working within a busy, open kitchen environment.Previous experience working with fresh ingredients and preparing quality food from scratch.Confident running a section, supporting junior chefs and maintaining consistently high standards.A reliable and organised chef who enjoys working as part of a small, close-knit kitchen team.....Read more...
Job Title: Junior Sous ChefWe are offering an excellent opportunity for a career-driven Junior Sous Chef to join a new Mediterranean restaurant led by an independent chef-patron and his outstanding Head Chef, who together bring over a decade of Michelin-level experience.This is a high-performance kitchen: fast-paced, challenging, and uncompromising in its standards. Working alongside a professional brigade of 25 chefs, you will be expected to give your best every day. The hours are long — but with a 4-day working week and exceptional mentorship, the rewards for your career development are significant.Junior Sous Chef Benefits:
£52,000 per annum4-day working week – long, focused shifts with three days off to rechargeMediterranean-inspired menu, evolving weeklyLunch & dinner service (small, refined menu)London Bridge locationAverage of 100 covers for lunch and 150+ for dinner
Junior Sous Chef Requirements:
A resilient, ambitious, and highly motivated Junior Sous Chef with a background in reputable kitchensStrong leadership skills: confident running sections, mentoring junior chefs, and maintaining high standards under pressureA collaborative team player with excellent communication skillsSomeone committed to building a long-term career in a demanding but rewarding kitchen
This is a rare chance to work in an environment that will challenge you daily while giving you the tools and experience to progress your career at the highest level.....Read more...
Sous ChefSterling, VA$65,000–$85,000 + Benefits + 401(k), PTO + Bonus I am hiring on behalf of a gold client for a Sous Chef at a prestigious private golf club in Northern Virginia.The Sous Chef will work closely with the Executive Chef and Banquet Chef to support culinary operations across the club's multiple outlets, including banquets, the main grill, pool grill, halfway houses and snack bars.This is a great opportunity for a strong Sous Chef looking to take the next step within a well-established private club environment. The successful candidate will assist with daily kitchen operations, team leadership, food quality, prep and service while helping maintain the club's high culinary standards.Ideal Background:
Private club, golf club or luxury hotel background preferredExperience in high-volume culinary operations and banquetsStrong leadership and team-management skillsAbility to work across multiple outlets and service stylesPassion for quality, consistency and member serviceStrong organizational skills and attention to detailRelocation considered for the right candidate
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Sous Chef – Open Fire Restaurant - 45-50k - Central LondonAn excellent opportunity for a Sous Chef to join a food-led group cooking over charcoal and open fire, with creative small plates and a South Asian influence.A food-led group near London Bridge is seeking a Sous Chef to join its kitchen. The restaurant cooks over charcoal and open fire, with a menu of traditional, stripped back and inventive sharing dishes and small plates. This is a hands-on role in a 70-cover restaurant doing up to 250 covers a day, working alongside a brigade of 8 to 10 chefs. This role would suit a Sous Chef with charcoal and open fire experience who is ready to step up into a quality-focused, ambitious operation.The Role
Hands-on cooking with the team across all sections.Support the Head Chef with training and menu development.Work closely with the owner and directors on new dishes.Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.Support recruitment and training of BOH staff.Work to budgets, GP and P&L targets.Uphold food safety and hygiene standards.
The Site
70 covers.Up to 250 covers a day.Brigade of 8 to 10 chefs.48-hour contract.Food style: innovative small plates, sharing dishes, South Asian influence.All cooking over fire and charcoal.Fresh, seasonal menus.
The Ideal Sous Chef
Experience cooking with charcoal and open fire.Creative approach to cooking and menu development.Strong team management skills.Experience recruiting and training BOH staff.Food safety and standards focused.Ambitious and ready for a new challenge.
Why Apply
Ambitious, quality-focused brand.Discounts and group benefits.Free staff meals.28 days holiday.
How to Apply
If you are a Sous Chef ready for a new challenge, please send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.
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Sous Chef – Seasonal Bistro – East London – Sundays OFF - 45kAn excellent opportunity for a Sous Chef to join a well-regarded, produce-led bistro in East London, working alongside a talented Head Chef within a growing restaurant group.The restaurant showcases British seasonal produce with classic European technique, serving a regularly changing menu of small plates and hearty bistro dishes. This is a hands-on role in an open kitchen with strong guest interaction. The position would suit a Sous Chef who is comfortable with, menu development, people management and produce, and who wants to grow with a group that is opening new sites.The Role
Support the Head Chef across all aspects of the kitchenManagement, including stock, ordering, rotas and food safetyContribute to menu development and regular menu changesLead and develop the kitchen brigadeWork closely with suppliers and seasonal produceMaintain high standards of food quality and consistencyEngage with guests in an open kitchen setting
The Group
Independent London restaurant group with multiple sitesRegular group chef meetings, cook-offs and development daysKitchen team involved in wine tastingsClear progression pathway as the group opens new sites
The Ideal Sous Chef
Quality, fresh food backgroundFrench or European bistro experience an advantageComfortable with 360 management, menu development and people managementStrong on produce, suppliers and seasonal cookingConfident leader who develops their teamCommercially sharp on stock, cost control and systemsComfortable in an open kitchen
Why Apply
45k, including tronc48-hour contractSundays offGroup cook-offs, development days and wine tastingsClear progression as the group grows
How to ApplyIf you’re a Sous Chef ready to join a growing group, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com....Read more...
Sous Chef, Premium London GastropubCareer Progression to Head ChefLocation: Fitzrovia, Central London | Salary: £40,000 - £42,000 Plus TroncAre you a Sous Chef ready to take the next step in your career, with your sights set on becoming a Head Chef?COREcruitment is working with a distinctive London pub and restaurant to find a talented Sous Chef who wants to develop their skills, take on greater responsibility and grow with an ambitious hospitality business.This is not your typical pub kitchen. Located in the heart of Fitzrovia, the venue combines the character of a traditional British pub with a contemporary food offering, seasonal British ingredients and a strong focus on cooking over charcoal, ember and flame.The business has a distinctive identity, with a creative vision that brings together quality food, carefully selected drinks and a setting with real personality. The food offering includes seasonal dishes, quality meat and fish, sharing plates and traditional Sunday roasts, with an emphasis on fresh produce and cooking that lets the ingredients speak for themselves.The OpportunityWe’re looking for a motivated Sous Chef who can support the Head Chef in delivering consistently high standards across preparation, service and kitchen management.You’ll be joining a business with plans to expand, including a new opening next year. For the right person, this presents an opportunity to develop alongside the business, gain valuable experience and work towards a future Head Chef position.You’ll be trusted to take responsibility, contribute ideas and help build a kitchen team that takes pride in its food and performance.What You’ll Be Doing
Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.Leading services and ensuring food is delivered to a consistently high standard.Working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and quality British produce.Maintaining strong preparation, organisation and kitchen discipline.Supporting menu development, specials and seasonal changes.Training and developing junior chefs, helping them improve their skills.Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene and allergen standards.Assisting with stock control, ordering, GP management and minimising waste.Taking ownership of the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.Helping prepare the business for future growth and progression opportunities.
What We’re Looking For
Experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready for the next step.A genuine passion for quality ingredients and well-executed food.Experience in a quality restaurant, gastropub or fresh-food-led kitchen.Strong organisational skills and the ability to lead a team through service.A positive, hands-on approach and the confidence to take responsibility.An understanding of kitchen costs, stock control and food safety.Ambition to progress towards a Head Chef role as your experience develops.Most importantly, we want someone who wants to grow, contribute and be part of a business with plans for the future.
What’s on Offer?
£40,000 - £42,000 plus tronc Circa 10k depending on experience.The opportunity to work in a distinctive, quality-led London food operation.Exposure to seasonal menus, quality produce and charcoal-led cooking.Support from an experienced senior kitchen team.Greater responsibility and opportunities to develop your management skills.The potential to progress towards a Head Chef position as the business expands.The chance to be involved in the next stage of the business, including a planned new opening next year.
Ready for Your Next Step?If you’re a Sous Chef who wants more than just another kitchen job, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.We’re keen to speak with chefs who combine strong cooking skills with leadership potential and a clear ambition to progress.Send your CV to COREcruitment to find out more about this confidential opportunity.....Read more...
Sous Chef - Daytime Brunch Focus - Central London - £45,000 to £50,000An excellent opportunity for a Sous Chef to help elevate a daytime brunch and all-day café operation as it moves towards a more ambitious dining and events-led model.A café and restaurant in Central London is seeking a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and help elevate the kitchen operation. The business is evolving from a brunch and coffee-led operation into a higher-quality, all-day restaurant and café, with plans for more supper clubs, dinners, collaborations and events.The Role
Support the Head Chef with the day-to-day kitchen operation.Maintain food quality, consistency and presentation standards.Help implement and maintain kitchen systems and processes.Support recipe development and new dishes.Work with stock and recipe-management systems, including HOPs and Lightspeed.Complete monthly stocktakes and support food-cost control.Support all-day service, including breakfast, brunch and lunch.Assist with supper clubs, dinners, collaborations and private events.Help train and develop junior kitchen team members.
The Venue
Café and restaurant in Central London.Approximately 60 to 70 covers, with weekend trading reaching 300 to 400.Core trading period between 12:00pm and 2:30pm.Small kitchen team of around six or seven, including the Head Chef.Events and private functions for 60 to 70 guests.Evolving from a café and brunch model towards a more ambitious all-day operation.
The Ideal Sous Chef
Current or recent Sous Chef experience.Strong culinary foundation and good technical ability.Experience in quality-led restaurants, cafés, all-day dining or casual fine dining.Comfortable in a high-volume daytime operation.Organised, consistent, and a good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen systems.Experience using digital stock and recipe systems would be beneficial.Understanding of food cost, stock control and waste management.Experience with events or private dining would be an advantage.Positive, hands-on and able to support and develop junior chefs.Comfortable working in a business undergoing change and development.
How to Applyplease send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com02075395579....Read more...
Sous Chef – World-Renowned Brand – DubaiCompetetive Salary PackageWe are looking for an experienced and creative Sous Chef to join the culinary team.In this role, you will support the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, lead and motivate the culinary team to maintain the highest standards.
Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and timely food production.Oversee mise en place, food preparation, and service.Maintain strict hygiene, food safety, and HACCP standards.Train and support Chef de Parties and junior chefs.Assist with menu development and maintaining luxury culinary standards.
Proven experience as a Sous Chef in fine dining, luxury hotels, high-end restaurants, or premium catering.Strong leadership, organizational, and culinary skills.Excellent attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure.Professional attitude and experience working in an international environment.Culinary qualification preferred.Fluent English; additional languages are an advantage.
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Executive Sous Chef Menlo Park, CA $85,000–$95,000 + Health Benefits + Dining DiscountsWe’re partnered with an exciting chef-driven full-service restaurant concept and are looking for an experienced Exec Sous Chef to join the opening team.This is a great opportunity for a strong culinary leader who wants to be part of building a kitchen from the ground up and working closely with an experienced Chef.What You’ll Be Doing
Support the Chef in leading day-to-day kitchen operationsMaintain high standards for food quality, consistency and presentationLead service and ensure smooth execution in a high-volume environmentTrain and develop cooks while maintaining strong kitchen standardsEnsure proper food safety, sanitation and health code complianceHelp establish systems, recipes and procedures for the new opening
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience as a Exec Sous Chef or similar culinary leadership roleFull-service restaurant experience, ideally Italian or MediterraneanComfortable working in a chef-driven, high-quality environmentStrong understanding of food cost, inventory and kitchen operationsHands-on approach with a passion for quality and consistencyNew opening experience is a plus, but not required
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Sous ChefAsian American Restaurant | High-Volume Full ServiceDedham, MA $75,000–$85,000 Base + Bonus PotentialWe're partnered with a busy, high-energy Asian American restaurant in Dedham looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join their culinary leadership team.This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced operation where quality, consistency, and strong leadership are key. We're looking for a Chef who enjoys being in the kitchen, developing their team, and helping drive a smooth and successful service.What You'll Be Doing
Supporting the Head Chef Chef with all day-to-day kitchen operationsEnsuring consistent food quality, presentation, and executionWorking stations and jumping in wherever needed during busy servicesManaging prep, production, ordering, and inventoryTraining and developing cooks while maintaining high culinary standardsEnsuring food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards are consistently metHelping maintain a positive, professional, and high-energy kitchen culture
What We're Looking For
Previous Sous Chef or strong culinary leadership experienceExperience in busy, full-service restaurant environmentsStrong background in Asian, Asian-American, or similar globally inspired cuisine is an assetUnderstanding of ordering, inventory, labour, and food costPassionate about food, quality, and consistency
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