Sous Chef – New Opening (City Centre, Birmingham)
Location: Birmingham City Centre (B3 2DP)
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Hours: Approx. 48 hours per week | 4 on / 4 off rota
Contract: Full-time, permanent
We are starting conversations with experienced Sous Chefs ahead of a high-profile city-centre restaurant opening in Birmingham.
This is a modern, ingredient-led restaurant operating at the top end of the market, focused on seasonal produce, strong flavours, and beautifully executed plates. The site will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner and is part of a wider group with a strong reputation for quality, consistency, and well-run kitchens.
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The Role
As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to support the day-to-day running of the kitchen and play a key role in delivering consistent, high-quality service.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting service across breakfast, lunch, and dinner
* Supervising the brigade and supporting the development of junior chefs
* Ensuring consistency, pace, and presentation across all dishes
* Managing prep lists, stock levels, and supplier deliveries
* Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and organisation
* Stepping up to lead services in the Head Chef’s absence
* Contributing ideas to menu development and refinement
This is a hands-on role suited to a calm, organised chef who enjoys leading from the front.
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About You
* Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie
* Background in quality-led, fresh-food kitchens
* Confident running service and supporting a brigade
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Comfortable working a 48-hour week on a 4 on / 4 off rota
* Passion for seasonal ingredients and well-executed food
* Right to work in the UK
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What’s on Offer
* £40,000 annual salary
* Structured 4 on / 4 off working pattern
* Opportunity to join a flagship opening
* Progression opportunities within a growing, food-focused group
* Staff meals on duty, training, and internal development
* Supportive, professional kitchen culture
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Next Steps
If you’re a Sous Chef interested in being part of an exciting Birmingham opening and would like an initial, confidential conversation, please get in touch with your CV and a short introduction.