Sous Chef

Job Description

• Supporting the senior kitchen team in leading the kitchen through fast-paced services.
• Taking responsibility for the kitchen during service and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Maintaining exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Leading by example and helping to create a calm, organised and positive kitchen.
• Training, mentoring and supporting junior members of the kitchen team.
• Helping with ordering, stock control, wastage and GP management.
• Contributing to seasonal specials, menu development and new dishes.
• Ensuring food preparation and service are organised and efficient.
• Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards.
• Working closely with the front-of-house team to deliver an outstanding guest experience.
• Supporting the Head Chef / senior management team with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Helping to build a positive, supportive and hardworking kitchen culture.
• Taking on greater responsibility for the kitchen as your experience and role develop.

Job Requirements

• Has previous experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Sous Chef or an experienced Chef de Partie ready to take the next step.
• Has strong experience working in busy, high-volume kitchens.
• Is confident running a section and taking responsibility for a service.
• Has genuine experience and passion for Mexican food.
• Is calm under pressure, organised and able to think on their feet.
• Takes pride in food quality and consistency.
• Has good knowledge of kitchen management, food safety and hygiene.
• Understands the importance of stock control, wastage and GP.
• Leads with positivity, respect and professionalism.
• Enjoys training and developing other people.
• Is reliable, hardworking and genuinely enjoys being part of a team.
• Wants to grow with an ambitious independent business.
• Has the ambition and ability to step into a Head Chef role if the right opportunity arises.

Job Location

115 Rye Lane
London SE15 4ST