Sous Chef

About the Role

[Employer hidden] is part of the renowned Ottolenghi group—a restaurant where bold flavours, vibrant vegetables, and creative dishes take centre stage. We are known for our energetic service, striking design, and a menu that fuses Middle Eastern and Mediterranean inspiration with seasonal British ingredients.

We’re now looking for a Sous Chef to join our passionate and talented kitchen team at [Employer hidden]. This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career, contribute to one of our flagship restaurants, and be part of a kitchen that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

As a Sous Chef at [Employer hidden], you will:

• Support the Head Chef in leading the kitchen team and setting the tone for a supportive, high-performance culture
• Oversee sections and support daily kitchen operations to ensure consistency and excellence in food quality and presentation
• Work closely with the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen on new menu ideas and seasonal development
• Uphold food hygiene and safety standards, ensuring a clean and well-organised kitchen
• Help manage stock control, ordering, and food costs efficiently and sustainably
• Assist in rota planning and labour management to meet operational and financial goals
• Take an active role in mentoring and training junior chefs, sharing knowledge and building confidence
• Collaborate closely with the General Manager and FOH team to deliver a seamless and memorable guest experience

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen
• Thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys developing others
• Is passionate about fresh, seasonal cooking and brings creativity to the pass
• Is calm, hands-on, and leads by example
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards and a positive kitchen culture

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: A full benefits package to support your well-being
• Career Development Opportunities: Tailored training, internal progression, and mentorship to help you thrive
• Enhanced Parental Pay: After two years’ service, benefit from enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy, or Primary Care Giver Pay, as well as Paternity Pay
• Special Birthday Treat: A little something to celebrate your special day
• Exclusive Workshops & Demos: Monthly Test Kitchen experiences to deepen your culinary knowledge
• Ottolenghi Group Discounts: Generous discounts on food, drink, and retail across our shops and restaurants

If you’re excited about this opportunity and feel you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

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