Senior Sous Chef

Senior Sous Chef - West African Restaurant | Lead with Passion in a Dynamic Environment

Salary - up to £50,000

Are you an experienced and passionate Senior Sous Chef ready to bring your skills to a vibrant West African restaurant in a busy, high-volume setting? This is your chance to play a key role in a thriving culinary team, showcasing bold flavours and authentic cuisine while progressing your career.

We're seeking a talented Senior Sous Chef in a West African restaurant who thrives under pressure and leads by example. If you're enthusiastic about high-quality food and inspiring others, this opportunity offers more than just a job - it's a chance to make a real impact on a growing and dynamic establishment.

Why apply for this Senior Sous Chef role?

Because you'll enjoy:

Competitive salary up to £50,000 depending on experience, plus gratuities
The chance to work within a busy and expanding West African restaurant
Opportunities for career progression and development
A supportive, passionate kitchen team
Staff meals and other employee benefitsKey Responsibilities

This is a hands-on role supporting the Head Chef to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly. You will:

Lead and motivate the kitchen team during service
Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and presented to high standards
Showcase your knowledge of West African cuisine, ingredients, and techniques
Take responsibility for your section, maintaining quality and consistency
Maintain excellent standards of hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness
Assist with menu development and innovate where possible
Manage stock levels, orders, and rotation, controlling wastage
Train and support junior team members
Lead the kitchen during the Head Chef's absence
Work collaboratively with front-of-house staff to deliver efficient service
Help maintain food costs and labour targets
Follow A procedures and company policiesWhat we're looking for

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef, Sous Chef, or strong Junior Sous Chef in a busy restaurant environment
Experience working in high-volume kitchens
A genuine passion for West African cuisine and flavours
Strong cooking skills and understanding of kitchen operations
Excellent leadership, motivation, and communication abilities
Calmness under pressure and a hands-on approach
High standards of cleanliness, organisation, and food hygiene
Attention to detail and consistency
A positive attitude and a willingness to support and develop the teamIf you're searching for your next Step as a Senior Sous Chef in a vibrant West African restaurant, we'd love to hear from you. Take this exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary talent and contribute to a unique dining experience.

Apply now and become a vital part of this energetic and innovative restaurant.

Location │ Central London
Role │ Senior Sous Chef

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