Sous Chef - Modern Restaurant Group

Sous Chef – New Opening – Modern Restaurant Group – London

45k base salary

Support the launch of a flagship site and accelerate your career within an award‑winning, expanding group.

I am delighted to partner with a highly respected, multi‑site restaurant group to appoint a Sous Chef for their exciting new opening in central London. This is a critical Sous Chef role offering a clear path to Head Chef within a people‑focused business renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and exceptional fresh food.

• An award‑winning modern restaurant group with a Bib Gourmand standard for quality.
• Currently operating 4 successful London sites, with 3 new openings planned this year.
• The Sous Chef will be the right hand to the Head Chef in launching a new flagship restaurant.
• Responsibility for hands‑on section leadership, daily kitchen operations, and team development.
• A focus on executing simple, high‑quality dishes that showcase outstanding ingredients.

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Chef de Partie in high‑quality, fresh food environments.
• A background in recognised, quality‑driven restaurants is a significant advantage.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for supporting and mentoring junior team members.
• Experience with new restaurant openings or high‑volume kitchens is highly desirable.
• Commercially aware, with excellent understanding of stock control and kitchen systems.
• A collaborative, energetic team player with a positive attitude, committed to a sustainable chef lifestyle.

• Excellent salary of £45,000 plus a significant monthly tronc.
• A sensible 45‑48 hour working week, promoting a true work‑life balance.
• Direct creative input and collaboration on new menus.
• A clear and fast progression path to Head Chef as the group expands from 4 to 7 sites.
• A structured, supportive environment known for minimal chef turnover and internal promotion.

Sound like you? This Sous Chef position is interviewing now.

To apply for this Sous Chef role, please send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.