Junior Sous Chef
The Dog & Fox
Wimbledon Village, South West London
About Us
The Dog & Fox is a well-established, high-volume, premium pub and dining destination in the heart of Wimbledon Village. We pride ourselves on delivering seasonally driven British menus, elevated pub classics, and exceptional service in a fast-paced yet supportive kitchen environment.
We are now seeking a Junior Sous Chef to strengthen our brigade and support the Head Chef in delivering consistently high culinary standards.
The Role
As Junior Sous Chef, you will play a key operational role in daily kitchen management. You will assist in leading service, maintaining food quality standards, and mentoring junior team members.
Core responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations
* Leading sections confidently during busy service periods
* Maintaining consistency in food preparation, presentation, and portion control
* Upholding food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance standards
* Assisting with stock control, ordering, and minimising wastage
* Training and developing Commis Chefs and Chef de Parties
* Contributing to seasonal menu development and specials
About You
We are looking for a chef who is:
* Experienced at Chef de Partie level and ready to step up, or currently operating as a Junior Sous Chef
* Confident running services in a high-volume, quality-focused kitchen
* Organised, calm under pressure, and operationally aware
* Passionate about fresh, seasonal produce
* Knowledgeable in food safety standards and kitchen compliance
* A strong communicator with leadership potential
What We Offer
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Structured progression opportunities
* Staff meals on shift
* Team discounts and company benefits
* A professional yet supportive working culture
If you are ambitious, technically competent, and ready to take the next step in your culinary career within a respected Wimbledon venue, we would like to hear from you.