A new New York Italian bar is opening this autumn - and we’re building the kitchen team from the start.
Think Negronis, martinis and spritzes alongside a small plates menu made for sharing: daily housemade focaccia, crudo, fritti and red-sauce meatballs. Everything is made from scratch, with great produce and real attention to detail. It’s a chance to help shape a new opening and make the food people come back for.
Role Overview
As a Junior Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in our kitchen, running your section through service and preparing the housemade produce that sits at the heart of our small plates menu - from daily focaccia to crudo, fritti, and our signature meatballs. You'll work closely with the Head Chef within a small, agile team. This is a 50 hour full-time role, reporting to the Head Chef.
Key Responsibilities
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Run your section confidently and consistently through service.
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Prepare housemade produce to a consistently high standard
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Carry out day-to-day mise en place and ingredient prep to support smooth service.
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Maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, and organisation in the kitchen.
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Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure consistency and quality across all dishes.
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Support stock rotation, storage, and minimising waste.
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Contribute to a positive, hardworking kitchen culture and continuous improvement.
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Step in across sections as needed within a small, agile team.
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Support with prep for Spring Street Pizza
What You'll Bring
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Solid cooking experience, at least Chef de Partie level, ideally within small plates or a fast-paced kitchen.
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Strong knife skills and attention to detail in food preparation.
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A genuine passion for fresh, high-quality, housemade ingredients.
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Ability to work efficiently and stay organised under pressure.
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Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
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A team-player mindset and willingness to learn.
What We Offer
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£16.00 - £19.50 per hour including service charge
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5.6 weeks paid holiday (inclusive of public holidays)
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Staff meals during shifts
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Staff discounts and team socials
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A welcoming, energetic team environment
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Ongoing training and opportunities for internal progression
Why Work With Us
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Exciting Concept: Be part of an ambitious new bar concept from a Michelin-starred chef.
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Career Progression: Clear pathways and internal promotion opportunities as we grow.
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Competitive Compensation: Fair pay with transparent tronc and performance recognition.
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Work-Life Balance: Respectful rota planning and fair scheduling.
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Development Opportunities: Ongoing learning and growth.
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Inclusive Culture: A diverse, welcoming, and people-first environment.
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Access to our benefits portal from day one: access to our benefits platform with high street discounts and 50% off food and drink from all our venues
Junior Sous Chef in London employer: Culinary Collective
Heard is an exceptional employer that champions culinary excellence and innovation, offering a vibrant work culture where creativity thrives. With unlimited paid holiday and a range of benefits including discounts and complimentary meals, employees are empowered to balance their professional and personal lives while contributing to a rapidly expanding brand. As we prepare for global growth, there are ample opportunities for career advancement and leadership development within our dynamic team.
