Sous Chef

Sous Chef / London Bridge, Borough Market / £39,000–£43,000 per annum / 4-day working week

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Ready for your next challenge in the kitchen?

Are you an experienced Senior Chef de Partie or Sous Chef with a passion for French cuisine, exceptional ingredients and creative cooking?

Lady of the Grapes is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join our exciting new restaurant near Borough Market. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a growing independent restaurant group, working within a passionate kitchen team that values quality, creativity and collaboration.

And with a four-day working week, you'll enjoy a better balance between your career and time outside the kitchen.

About Us

Founded in 2018, Lady of the Grapes is an independent French wine bar and restaurant founded by Carole Bryon, celebrating natural wines, female winemakers and exceptional French-inspired food.

Our new London Bridge venue features a 75-cover restaurant, a private terrace and a separate 45-seat wine bar. The kitchen focuses on modern French bistro cooking, combining classic techniques with seasonal produce, an open kitchen and an exciting live barbecue offering.

You'll be working with recipes developed by our experienced Head Chef, Matyas Plzak, whose Michelin-starred restaurant background helped lead our original Covent Garden restaurant to 2 AA Rosettes.

We're building a collaborative, supportive and ambitious team and want people who are excited to grow with us.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, working closely with the Head Chef and fellow Sous Chef to deliver outstanding food and smooth, efficient services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking responsibility for kitchen sections and maintaining high standards throughout service.
• Preparing and cooking creative, high-quality French-inspired dishes.
• Ensuring excellent organisation, preparation and mise en place.
• Maintaining consistency in food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Supporting the Head Chef with the smooth running of kitchen operations.
• Helping train, develop and support junior kitchen team members.
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and HACCP standards.
• Monitoring stock, controlling waste and supporting effective kitchen management.
• Leading by example and helping create a positive, motivated kitchen environment.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie.
• At least 5 years' professional kitchen experience. xgikmsk
• Strong knowledge of French cuisine (essential).