Gastro Pub Sous Chef

Job Description

Neighbourhood Gastro Pub | London | 1 AA Rosette About Us We are a well-established neighbourhood gastro pub in London, offering a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere alongside a high standard of food recognised with 1 AA Rosette. We pride ourselves on delivering quality, seasonal food, excellent service and a genuine neighbourhood pub experience. From everyday dining and Sunday roasts to private celebrations, weddings and special events, our kitchen plays a huge part in what makes the pub special. We are looking for a passionate and motivated Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and work closely with our Head Chef to maintain and develop our food offering. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef de partie who is ready to take on greater responsibility within a quality-driven but relaxed gastro pub environment. Working alongside the young energetic Head Chef, you will help lead the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards of food, presentation, organisation and hygiene. Kitchen Leadership Support the Head Chef in managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen. Lead and motivate the kitchen team, creating a positive and professional working environment. Take responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence. Ensure smooth and efficient service, maintaining high standards during busy periods. Food Quality & Development Maintain the high standards expected of a 1 AA Rosette kitchen. Prepare and deliver consistently high-quality dishes with excellent attention to detail. Work with seasonal ingredients and demonstrate a genuine passion for good-quality produce. Contribute ideas to menu development and specials alongside the Head Chef. Maintain high standards across all food offerings, including à la carte, Sunday roasts and event menus. Kitchen Operations Assist with ordering, stock control and supplier relationships. Monitor food costs, portion control and wastage. Ensure all food safety, hygiene and health and safety procedures are followed. Ensure preparation, labelling, storage and rotation are completed correctly. What We Are Looking For Previous experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Chef De Partie ready to take the next step. Experience working in a quality gastro pub, restaurant or similar kitchen environment. A genuine passion for cooking and high-quality ingredients. Strong leadership and communication skills. Excellent organisation and the ability to remain calm under pressure. A good understanding of food safety, kitchen management and stock control. A positive attitude, strong work ethic. Someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a close-knit team. What We Offer The opportunity to work in an established 1 AA Rosette neighbourhood gastro pub.A supportive working environment with a close-knit team. The opportunity to work alongside the Head Chef and contribute to menu development. A varied role covering restaurant service, Sunday roasts and exciting private events. Opportunities for career progression and professional development. Competitive salary, depending on experience. Staff food and other team benefits. TPBN1_UKCT