Sous Chef at Dishoom
Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom
Dishoom Brighton is part of Dishoom’s chain of Irani cafés inspired by Bombay culture. This role is for a full‑time Sous Chef in a busy front‑line kitchen.
Base pay range
£47000 per year inclusive of Tronc. We pay on a monthly basis. A full‑time role working across 5 days, Monday – Sunday availability required. A weekly changing rota provided at least 6 days in advance. We are an all day‑dining café meaning our teams work a variety of daytime and evening shifts.
Key responsibilities
* You love to cook and learn new skills; eager to immerse yourself into our Bombay food and culture.
* You’ve worked in a busy environment for the past few years and want to find an opportunity that demands your first‑class ability.
* You’re a growing leader and your willingness to learn more and develop is what will set you apart.
* You are ready to be the Sous Chefs right arm; supporting all aspects of the kitchen operation to ensure food quality and delivery exceeds our guests’ expectation.
* You have a growing stock knowledge and have had exposure to some systems, but intrigued to learn new ones and ways of working.
* You are a real team player, always looking out for your team and leading by example.
* You want to be part of a company that can help you thrive and grow, but above all, enable you to achieve what’s important to you and your happiness.
Benefits and support
* Free team meals every shift, plus all the Chai you can drink.
* £100 monthly to spend when dining in Dishoom each month (calculated as 50 % during the day, 25 % in the evening for you and up to five people).
* Access to our award‑winning training programmes and support. We focus on your development from day one and proudly promoted 211 Dishoom‑walues last year.
* Access to our Healthcare cash plan and enhanced family leave and pay.
* Financial support: free weekly wage advances, emergency cash, savings support & financial health planning tool.
* Mental & physical support: mental health support & First Aid training, confidential advice helpline available 24/7, GP appointments, free counselling sessions and life coaching through our wellness app, free monthly fitness sessions (yoga and spin).
* Social events: Family Mela, Christmas celebration and regular team events across our cafés; 5‑year tenure invites to Bombay Bootcamp.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Equality & diversity
At Dishoom – everyone is welcome. We are committed to having an inclusive and diverse workplace and strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply for roles with us.
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