Junior Sous Chef Modern Mediterranean/Turkish and Levantine Restaurant Canary Wharf, London £42,000 to £45,000 A standout opportunity for an ambitious Junior Sous Chef to join the opening team of a high-profile restaurant in Canary Wharf.
This is a rare chance to work alongside an Executive Chef whose background includes some of London's most respected Middle Eastern restaurants. You will be part of a talented brigade, helping shape a bold and modern menu with genuine input into new dishes and future openings.
This role would suit an experienced Junior Sous Chef or a strong Chef de Partie ready to step up.
We are particularly interested in chefs with backgrounds in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern or Turkish cuisine, or chefs with exceptional grill and open-fire cooking experience.
The Role You will be a key part of the kitchen leadership team, supporting service and helping maintain high standards across every section.
Your responsibilities will include:
Running your own section with confidence
Supporting charcoal grill and open-fire cooking
Working across all areas of the kitchen
Training and developing junior chefs
Assisting with ordering and stock control
Maintaining HACCP and food safety standards
Contributing ideas for menu development
Supporting the creation of breads, desserts and seasonal dishes
What We Are Looking For Current Junior Sous Chef or a strong Chef de Partie ready for promotion
Experience in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern or Turkish cuisine
Or outstanding grill, mangal, robata or open-fire cooking skills
Strong all-round technical ability
Experience in quality-driven restaurants
Confident running a section independently
Organised, calm and reliable during service
Passionate about bold flavours and ingredient-led cooking
The Package £42,000 to £45,000 depending on experience
45 hours per week
Five days per week
29 days holiday
Staff meals included
Immediate start available
Why This Role Stands Out Work with an exceptional Executive Chef
Genuine creative input into the menu
Join a business with two further openings planned
Clear progression opportunities
Be part of an exciting opening team from day one
If you are looking for a role where you can develop quickly, cook exciting food and be part of a growing restaurant group, this is an excellent opportunity.
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