Sous Chef

LJ Recruitment

📍 West Mersea, Essex, United Kingdom

Full-time other-general

Job Description

Sous Chef

Luxury Restaurant | West Mersea

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and passionate Sous Chef to join the team at a luxury restaurant in West Mersea.

We're looking for someone who loves exceptional food, works with the finest seasonal produce, and enjoys leading a team in a quality-driven kitchen. Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll play a key role in delivering outstanding dining experiences while helping to inspire and develop those around you.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you will:

Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
Lead kitchen service, preparation, and closing procedures.
Train, mentor, and motivate the kitchen team across all sections.
Manage ordering, stock control, and maintain exceptional kitchen standards.
Contribute to menu development and take ownership of key menu sections.
Lead by example, ensuring consistency, quality, and attention to detail in every service.