Sous Chef

Recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for the second year in a row, Kricket is a collection of modern Indian restaurants that combine British ingredients with the flavours and aromas of India. Having started life in a 20-seater shipping container at Pop Brixton, Kricket now operates permanent locations in Brixton, Canary Wharf and Soho alongside our award-winning bar concept, SOMA. The group is looking to grow further in London and internationally.

Our newest location, in the heart of Shoreditch, is a 120-cover restaurant and bar, housed in a restored Victorian dispensary. It’s an evolution of the Kricket brand, featuring our first all-day café and bar concept alongside our signature restaurant experience.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're looking for a Sous Chef to join the Shoreditch team! Someone who can run any section of the kitchen with ease and confidence, and help lead the brigade through a busy service. You will be responsible for delivering consistently exceptional food, upholding our standards on every plate, and supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. The perfect candidate brings prior knowledge, a calm head under pressure, and bundles of energy- helping to develop the wider kitchen team and keep everything running smoothly.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• An experienced chef who is confident taking ownership of any section and stepping up in the Head Chef's absence.
• A natural leader who supports, mentors, and gets the best out of junior members of the team.
• A team player who is collaborative, calm, and dependable in a fast-paced environment.
• Someone with a genuine passion for food, produce, and getting the details right every time.
• A strong understanding of kitchen standards- food safety, allergens, prep, and consistency.
• Someone who understands our brand, team culture, and, most of all, our customers.
• Indian cooking experience is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

Reward Yourself

• 50% off the total bill, across the group at any time, any day, for you and up to 3 guests.
• Cost price wine.
• Extra day of holiday after two years with the company (capped at 35 days).
• Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day off.
• Up to 30% off at our sister restaurant, Lina Stores.
• Employee referral scheme up to £500.

Be Yourself

• Membership to Hospitality Rewards, with 24/7 access to its Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental, emotional, and financial support alongside hundreds of discounts.
• 24/7 access to online GP & Prescription service
• Access to Level, which allows you to access a portion of your earned wages in real-time.
• Loyalty rewards, including a 5-year anniversary dinner with the founders, a once-in-a-lifetime trip to India, and a 5-week paid sabbatical.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay & Baby First Aid classes for new parents.
• Free mortgage advice.

Progress Yourself

• Personal development plans.
• Regular training sessions (both internal and external).
• WSET courses for relevant roles.
• Regular supplier trips.
• Regular management sessions with The GoodLife Coaching

We believe in a culture that promotes inclusivity and respect - everyone is welcome.