Sous Chef

PROFILE

Technically strong. Calm under fire. Built to lead.

ROLE

You support the Head Chef in managing the savoury kitchen - overseeing preparation, quality, and the team across all services. You are accountable for day-to-day discipline, mise en place, service pace, food safety, and consistency. When the Head Chef is not there, you are.

EXPERIENCE

5-7 years of kitchen experience, with at least 2-3 years as a Sous Chef or senior cook in a French or European fine dining or all-day dining restaurant. Deep knowledge of French and Mediterranean cuisine techniques, sauces, and plating. Food safety certification, HACCP knowledge, and allergen awareness required. English is a must. French or another European language, even better.

IMPACTS

• Mediterranean Techniques: French and Mediterranean cuisine is your foundation - sauces, plating, technique - applied with precision and lightness across every dish.
• Leadership: You manage, motivate, and develop the kitchen brigade. You maintain discipline and efficiency during peak service and stepping up to lead confidently in the Head Chef s absence.
• Service Leadership & Pace: You support the pass, manage ticket flow, communicate with FOH, and keep the kitchen focused across breakfast, lunch, and dinner - consistent from the first cover to the last.
• Food Safety & Quality: You own HACCP discipline, allergen control, temperature logs, and hygiene standards, and ensure every dish meets the standard for taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Cost Management: You assist with inventory, portion control, waste reduction, and supplier liaison. You keep quality high and costs in check.

Desired Candidate Profile

Technically strong. Calm under fire. Built to lead.

5-7 years of kitchen experience, with at least 2-3 years as a Sous Chef or senior cook in a French or European fine dining or all-day dining restaurant. Deep knowledge of French and Mediterranean cuisine techniques, sauces, and plating. Food safety certification, HACCP knowledge, and allergen awareness required. English is a must. French or another European language, even better.