Senior Sous Chef up to 52k

Senior Sous Chef up to 52k

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Senior Sous Chef – Premium Casual Group – Soho / King's Cross – 49-52k + 5% Bonus
Step into your first Head Chef role with the support of a Group Executive Chef. 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 Senior 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 a clear path to Head Chef.
The Restaurant:
Premium casual dining – elevated food, small plates, sharing concepts
160-200 covers on weekends
45-hour contract, breaks between services
Kitchen set-up: charcoal grill, flatbread ovens
Brigade of 15-20 chefs per site
All fresh food prepared on site
The Senior Sous Chef Role:
Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team
Step up and run the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence – with full support from the Group Executive Chef
Manage ordering, stock control, rotas, and food safety
45-hour week, Mondays admin days
Help develop the brigade, including CDPs
Genuine pathway to your first Head Chef role
The Ideal Candidate:
Strong Senior Sous Chef ready for the next step
Background in premium casual, high-volume, fresh-food environments
Comfortable with small plates and sharing concepts
A leader who values culture, inclusivity, and mental wellbeing
Ambitious and ready to grow with the business
Why Apply? xwzovoh
Salary: £49-52k plus 5% quarterly bonus on KPIs
Benefits: Premium medical cover, supportive culture, mental health support
Training: 3 months structured training before taking ownership of a site
Progression: Clear path to Head Chef with ongoing support from Group Exec
Growth: New site opening this year – genuine progression opportunities
Culture: Supportive, inclusive, modern working environment
Ready to take the next step?
Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com