Senior Sous Chef
£40,000-£45,000
London
We are looking for a talented and motivated full-time Senior Sous Chef to join our dynamic OLYMPIA kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who is passionate about food, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is ready to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality dishes and a seamless kitchen operation.
Location: Olympia
Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum
Working pattern: 40+ hours per week, Monday - Sunday
Responsibilities:
Oversee and support the day-to-day running of the kitchen
Ensure all ingredients are available for the entire menu matrix.
Work closely with the Head Chef to develop menus and specials
Maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation, and hygiene ensuring that Levy standards and procedures are followed.
Train and mentor junior kitchen staff
Assist with stock control, ordering, and supplier management
Ensure compliance with all food safety and health regulations
Skills / Qualifications:
We are looking for experienced Sous Chefs with exceptional standards of hygiene and cleanliness, who inspire those around them to be passionate about food. The ideal candidate will have:
Strong leadership and communication skills
Creative flair with a keen eye for detail
A deep understanding of current food trends
Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive "can do" attitude
High levels of organisation and the ability to forward plan effectively
Confidence in using back-of-house (BOH) ordering systems
A genuine passion for cooking and team development
What's in it for you?
Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.
eLearning App for all mandatory a skill expansion training or learning
Personal Development and Training opportunities
Life assurance scheme
Pension scheme
Access to Compass Perks at Work for a multitude of savings and deals.
If you are driven, reliable, and ready to take the next step in your culinary career, we’d love to hear from you!