Fine Dining Sous Chef / Canary Wharf, London
We're looking for a hands-on, driven Fine Dining Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and help lead a high-performing kitchen team in a fast-paced, premium environment. This is a key leadership role with real responsibility, creative input, and room to grow.
Key Responsibilities Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen and lead the operation in their absence
Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, and hygiene standards at all times
Supervise, motivate, and develop the BOH team (CDPs, Commis, KPs, apprentices)
Assist with menu planning, costing, and delivery in line with budgeted GP margins
Oversee stock control, ordering, deliveries, storage, and waste management
Ensure accurate allergen information, menu availability, and correct food labelling
Drive a positive working culture and strong collaboration between BOH and FOH teams
Support recruitment, training, coaching, and performance management of kitchen staff
Maintain EHO rating of 5* and achieve internal audit and compliance targets
Lead by example during busy services with a strong, hands-on approach
What You'll Bring Proven experience as a Sous Chef (or strong Junior Sous ready to step up) in a high-volume, high-quality kitchen
A genuine passion for food, creativity, and delivering outstanding guest experiences
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Solid commercial awareness, with experience controlling costs and minimising waste
Good knowledge of food trends, modern presentation styles, and fine dining standards
Confident communicator with the ability to work closely with FOH and stakeholders
Calm under pressure with a problem-solving, proactive mindset
Relevant Food Hygiene & Health & Safety knowledge
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
Subsidised meals
Subsidised gym membership
Contributory pension scheme
Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
About Us
Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.
Job Reference: com/2901/76427002/52787722/SU #RA Group
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
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