Sous Chef

Job description

Sous Chef – Canary Wharf

We’re looking for a skilled Sous Chef to join a busy kitchen in Canary Wharf, serving Turkish and Levantine cuisine with strong Mediterranean influences.

Work under a great Head Chef and be part of a tight, ambitious team.

The role

• Work closely with the Head Chef on menu development
• Run your sections confidently across the kitchen
• Train and develop junior chefs
• Manage ordering, stock, and kitchen standards
• Maintain high HACCP and health & safety standards

You’ll be hands-on, contributing ideas, and helping shape the kitchen.

What you’ll be cooking

• Turkish and Levantine dishes with bold Mediterranean flavours
• Grill-focused dishes
• Small, evolving menu with room to contribute on breads and desserts

The setup

• 10 chefs in the brigade
• 20–40 covers at lunch, up to 80 at dinner
• Brand-new kitchen

What we need

• Strong all-rounder across sections
• Experience in a premium kitchen
• Confident on the grill
• Comfortable contributing ideas and working closely with the Head Chef

Package & Hours

• 45 hours per week, 5 shifts
• 29 days holiday
• Chef uniform provided
• Immediate start preferred, but we’re happy to wait for the right notice period

Process

• Interview and trial on the same day
• Offer made on the spot

Why join

• Work under an inspiring Head Chef
• Real input into menu development
• Clear progression and opportunities as the business expand.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

01-05-2026

Profession type

Bar Staff / Waiters and Waitresses

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English