Sous Chef | Premium Cafe | Paddington £14-18ph

Sous Chef – London – Competitive Salary

Our client is seeking a talented and driven Sous Chef to join their team, working alongside the Catering and Hospitality Manager to deliver an inspiring, safe, and profitable menu at their premium café. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a creative, customer-focused food operation in a unique and vibrant setting.

The Role
As Sous Chef, you will:

• Lead the café kitchen alongside the Catering and Hospitality Manager.
• Support in developing a profitable, on-trend, seasonal menu with a horticultural bias.
• Ensure the highest standard of food preparation, presentation, and customer satisfaction.
• Assist in achieving monthly sales targets (currently around £55K) and minimising wastage.
• Maintain excellent stock control and supplier relationships.
• Be a visible and approachable “face” of the café kitchen, inspiring both the team and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with front-of-house to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Help create and deliver menus that inspire, surprise, and delight.
• Maintain a clean, food-safe, and organised kitchen at all times.
• Ensure compliance with food safety (minimum Level 2), allergen management, and health & safety standards.
• Monitor payroll costs, kitchen equipment condition, and operational efficiency.

About You

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready for the next step.
• Excellent understanding of food safety, allergens, and catering health & safety.
• Creative flair with a passion for quality, seasonal, and sustainable menus.
• Strong leadership, organisation, and time-management skills.
• Positive, approachable, and professional, with integrity and a can-do attitude.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a premium, well-respected brand environment
• Creative input into menu development and seasonal offerings
• Supportive management team with clear operational goals

If you’re a motivated and creative chef looking to work in a premium café setting where your ideas and leadership will be valued, apply today to join our client .