Sous Chef

Sous Chef – London Steakhouse Company

Location: London

Job Type: Full-time

At London Steakhouse Company, we are passionate about delivering exceptional food and unforgettable dining experiences. Our kitchen is built on quality, teamwork and consistency, and we are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support our Head Chef in leading a high-performing brigade.

As Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role in the kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene are maintained. You will support the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen, lead by example during service and help develop the team to achieve operational excellence.

• Support the Head Chef with the daily management of the kitchen.
• Lead the brigade during service, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
• Prepare and deliver consistently high-quality dishes in line with company specifications.
• Maintain exceptional food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Train, coach and develop junior chefs to improve performance and skills.
• Monitor stock levels, ordering and stock rotation to minimise waste.
• Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with allergen and food safety procedures.
• Assist with menu development, seasonal specials and recipe consistency.
• Manage labour costs and productivity in line with business requirements.
• Promote a positive, professional and collaborative working environment.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume, premium restaurant.
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills.
• Strong knowledge of fresh food preparation and steak cookery.
• A passion for delivering exceptional food and guest experiences.
• The ability to remain calm and lead effectively under pressure.
• Excellent communication and team management skills.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and commitment to developing others.
• Up to £18.00 per hour including service charge.
• Career progression within a growing company.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Staff meals on duty.
• Employee discounts.
• Company pension.
• Paid holiday entitlement.

If you're a passionate chef with strong leadership skills and are ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: If you have previously applied for a position with London Steakhouse Company and were unsuccessful, we kindly ask that you do not reapply for this vacancy. Previous applications have already been considered.

Pay: Up to £18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person