Sous Chef

Role: Sous Chef
Location: Central London (Hammersmith)
Employer: Casual Fine Dining
Salary: £45,000 package

We are working with an exciting riverside restaurant in Hammersmith, London, seeking a committed Sous Chef to join the kitchen team of this busy, stylish fine-dining destination.

What's in it for you?

Package of £45,000
Work in a vibrant, high-end yet approachable restaurant environment
Exposure to seasonal British produce, seafood and shellfish specialities (inspired by the venue's riverside location)
Development opportunity in a kitchen where quality, refinement and features matter
Free meals while on duty
Staff discounts across the group
Annual staff party plus colleague referral bonus scheme
A supportive team environment with scope to influence menus and standardsAbout the Venue
This venue occupies a prime location on the Thames in Hammersmith, offering striking river-views and a lively but polished dining room. It operates as a modern British/Anglo-French brasserie style restaurant with a strong emphasis on produce, seasoning and service. With a mix of contemporary cooking and high-end presentation, it's a great stage for a Chef who wants to deliver elevated but inviting plates.

Role & Responsibilities

Assist the Head Chef in running the kitchen: prep, cook, finish, manage pass
Oversee service quality and timings for lunch & dinner covers
Maintain high standards of mise en place, ingredient provenance, presentation and portion control
Help train and mentor junior team members
Work with seasonal menus and supplier relationships
Ensure health & safety, cost controls and food-waste minimisation
Be present in service and actively contribute to the buzz of a busy modern kitchenWe're looking for someone who:

Has prior experience in a strong fine dining/brasserie or high-end casual fine dining kitchen
Has ideally worked at a two-rosette level or similar standard (or is already operating at that level)
Can manage a team and service pressure confidently
Has a passion for British produce, seafood/shellfish and an open-minded approach to flavour & technique
Is creative, organised, hands-on and keen to develop further
Is available to immediatelyInterested?
If this role sounds like the right next step, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief cover note indicating why you'd be a great fit.

Consultant: George Smart
Job Reference: (phone number removed)/INDELITE
Role: Sous Chef
Location: Hammersmith, London (Central London riverside)

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