Senior Sous Chef
£45,000 + Tronc + Benefits
East Sussex
Benefits:
* 45-hour full-time contract
* Health cash plan with private healthcare provider
* Pension contributions
* 28 days holiday
* Staff discounts for family and friends
* Relocation support
Step into a fast-paced and highly creative kitchen within a beautifully designed coastal restaurant that champions British ingredients and refined simplicity. The venue is open for evening service daily and weekend lunch, with expansion plans on the horizon offering strong potential for internal progression. With no breakfast shifts and a collaborative culture, this is a perfect fit for a Sous Chef ready to take the next step and shape the future of a growing restaurant brand.
Senior Sous Chef Ideal Profile:
* Brings a strong background in refined British or European cuisine
* Confident leading small teams with a focus on quality and consistency
* Skilled at managing service prep, stock control, and cost tracking
* Organised and comfortable balancing creativity with structure
* Motivated by mentoring others and working in a collaborative culture
* Technically confident with systems like MarketMan, RotaCloud, and Excel
Senior Sous Chef Responsibilities:
* Support the Executive Chef in delivering consistently beautiful and delicious dishes
* Lead and inspire the kitchen team during busy services and day-to-day operations
* Oversee training, recipe rollouts, and briefings to maintain high standards
* Manage kitchen rotas, food safety systems, and health and safety compliance
* Assist in cost management and maintaining budgeted GP without compromising quality
* Contribute to menu development, event support, and team collaboration across departments
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