Bistro Freddie is a design lead and atmospheric 45-cover British-French bistro and counter-top in the heart of Shoreditch. The menu is decadent with some seriously nostalgic French classics, which show case the best of British produce. The wine menu is classic, grown up and highlights the fantastic wines of un-sung French wine producers.
Our elevated service is led by General Manager, Piotr Maruszczak, (previously Frenchie) who’s joined by Head Chef, Alex Reynolds (previously Eline).
We’re now looking for a
talented and driven Junior Sous Chef to
take a key leadership role in our creative kitchen team. This is a brilliant
opportunity for a chef who’s passionate about seasonal cooking, thrives in a
fast-paced, quality-led environment, and is ready to help lead a small but
ambitious kitchen in one of Shoreditch's most exciting food and wine spots.
Why You’ll Love This Role
As Junior Sous Chef, you’ll be working alongside the rest of the BOH management team to deliver exceptional dishes and a
smooth-running service. You’ll play a hands-on role in menu development, manage
sections during busy services, and help lead and inspire a small, close-knit
team. If you’re looking to work with outstanding produce, take ownership of
your craft, and grow as a leader, this is the role for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading the Kitchen in
Service: Ensuring
consistency, pace, and quality in every dish. - Cooking with the Seasons: Help
shape and deliver a menu that evolves with the produce, focusing on bold,
fresh, and balanced flavours. - Training & Mentoring: Support
and develop both senior and junior team members, creating a positive, learning-focused kitchen
culture. - Quality Control: Maintain
high culinary standards, ensuring every plate meets our expectations. - Operational Excellence: Manage
kitchen organisation, prep schedules, and section set-ups to ensure smooth
service. - Food Safety: Oversee
hygiene, allergen procedures, and health & safety compliance. - Menu Development: Work
with the rest of the management team to create and test new dishes, bringing ideas to the table.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Junior Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie in
a high-quality, busy kitchen - Passion for seasonal, European-inspired cooking and working with
the best produce available - Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability
to motivate and support a small team - Organised, proactive, and confident in managing service under
pressure - Strong understanding of kitchen operations, costing, and
ordering - A collaborative, hands-on approach to leadership
What You’ll Get
- A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive team environment
- Opportunity to develop skills and take on greater leadership
responsibilities - Delicious team meals on every shift
- Flexible shift patterns, with daytimes and evenings available
- Refer a friend bonus –
earn £1000 when your referral joins - 50% off dining across all HAM. Restaurant locations
- 20% off wine retail
- Access to Stream (formerly Wagestream) benefits
& flexible pay - Be part of a creative, growing hospitality group with a strong
track record - Enhanced parental leave packages – including paw-ternity for pet
parents - Up to 28 days annual leave – increasing with length of service
(up to 36 days!) - Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme & Wisdom
App for health & wellbeing support
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Junior Sous Chef employer: Hamdale Ltd
HAM Restaurants is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Shoreditch where creativity and culinary craft are celebrated. With flexible shifts and a commitment to staff development, employees enjoy excellent perks while working in a design-led environment that fosters collaboration and innovation among chefs. Join us to be part of a team that values seasonal ingredients and mentorship, ensuring a rewarding experience for all.
