What’s in it for you
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1. Package of £45,000
2. Work in a vibrant, high-end yet approachable restaurant environment
3. Exposure to seasonal British produce, seafood and shellfish specialities (inspired by the venue’s riverside location)
4. Development opportunity in a kitchen where quality, refinement and features matter
5. Free meals while on duty
6. Staff discounts across the group
7. Annual staff party plus colleague referral bonus scheme
8. A supportive team environment with scope to influence menus and standards
About the Venue
The Restaurant sits in a prime Brentford riverside location, offering beautiful water views and a relaxed yet polished dining room. The restaurant champions a modern British brasserie style with subtle European influences, placing strong emphasis on quality produce, confident seasoning, and warm, professional service. With its blend of contemporary cooking, refined presentation, and an inviting atmosphere, the restaurant provides an excellent platform for a Chef looking to deliver elevated, approachable dishes in a vibrant waterside setting.
Role & Responsibilities
9. Assist the Head Chef in running the kitchen: prep, cook, finish, manage pass
10. Oversee service quality and timings for lunch & dinner covers
11. Maintain high standards of mise en place, ingredient provenance, presentation and portion control
12. Help train and mentor junior team members
13. Work with seasonal menus and supplier relationships
14. Ensure health & safety, cost controls and food-waste minimisation
15. Be present in service and actively contribute to the buzz of a busy modern kitchen
We’re looking for someone who:
16. Has prior experience in a strong fine dining/brasserie or high-end casual fine dining kitchen
17. Has ideally worked at a two-rosette level or similar standard (or is already operating at that level)
18. Can manage a team and service pressure confidently
19. Has a passion for British produce, seafood/shellfish and an open-minded approach to flavour & technique
20. Is creative, organised, hands-on and keen to develop further
21. Is available to immediately
Interested?
If this role sounds like the right next step, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief cover note indicating why you’d be a great fit.
Consultant: George Smart
Job Reference: 934374/INDELITE
Role: Sous Chef
Location: Brentford, West London
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.