Senior Sous Chef 2 AA Rosette Japanese Restaurant up to £48,000

We are working with an established and highly acclaimed 2 AA Rosette restaurant in Central London, known for its modern Japanese cuisine with European influences. This is a rare opportunity for a talented and driven Senior Sous Chef to join a dynamic, award-winning team at the forefront of Londons fine dining scene. This restaurant is widely respected for its commitment to quality, innovation, and seasonality offering a creative platform for a chef with flair, precision, and strong leadership capabilities.

The Role: Senior Sous Chef As Senior Sous Chef, youll work closely with the Head Chef and senior management team to maintain the restaurants exacting culinary standards. Youll take the lead in daily kitchen operations, contribute to menu development, and help manage a talented brigade, ensuring consistent excellence in every service. This is an ideal role for a chef who thrives in a high-performance, creative kitchen and wants to be part of a progressive and collaborative culinary environment.

Key Responsibilities: Leading and supporting the kitchen team in all aspects of preparation and service. Assisting with the creation and delivery of a refined, seasonal Japanese-European fusion menu. Managing kitchen operations including stock control, ordering, and supplier relations. Overseeing costings, rotas, and cleaning schedules with attention to detail and efficiency. Coaching and developing junior chefs, fostering a positive and productive team culture. Ensuring strict adherence to food hygiene and health & safety regulations.

Ideal Candidate Profile: Previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef, or a strong Sous Chef ready for promotion. Background in Japanese cuisine or high-end modern European kitchens. Experience working to 2 AA Rosette or Michelin-level standards. Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Strong understanding of seasonal, sustainable sourcing and modern cooking techniques. Calm, composed, and quality-driven, with a real passion for culinary innovation.

Package & Benefits: Up to £48,000 per annum 5 days on / 3.5 days off structured for a strong work-life balance Opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking kitchen Involvement in menu development and creative input Supportive leadership and ongoing development opportunities

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious chef to make a real impact in a progressive, award-winning restaurant. If youre passionate about modern Japanese cuisine and ready to take the next step in your career, wed love to hear from you.

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