Sous Chef Arcade (New Opening – Covent Garden) Salary: £42,000 Per Year + Variable Tronc! Were growing - New Openings - Join Our Kitchen Team! Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks. About Arcade:We’re gearing up for something big. Arcade is opening a brand-new venue in the heart of Covent Garden — and we’re looking for an exceptional Sous Chef to be part of our opening team.Arcade is one of UK’s most ambitious and exciting hospitality projects! A dynamic playground where world-class chefs, bold culinary ideas, and vibrant guest experiences come together under one roof. As a brand incubator, we launch, operate, and scale original concepts that celebrate global cuisines and exceptional drink culture. About The Role:We’re looking for a talented Sous Chef to join the kitchen team of one of London’s newest, stunning and most exciting venues – Arcade Covent Garden!As Arcade’s Sous Chef, you will have the opportunity to be cross-trained across all our kitchens and brands in order to support the Senior Sous and Head Chef in overseeing the daily kitchen operation.The successful candidate will be an experienced, kitchen all-rounder who is personable, and passionate about all thing’s food and drink. As a Sous Chef working closely with our kitchen teams you will:Have the opportunity to steer and guide a sizeable team of chefs across multiple brands and kitchens within one siteEnsure the delivery of consistent, high quality and innovative dishesSupport the Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef in menu developmentManage the overall kitchen operation, including prep schedules, stock control, budgeting and maintenanceTake a lead role in ensuring our teams comply with health, safety and compliance proceduresWed love to hear from you if you:Bring previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high quality and high-volume environmentHave a strong working knowledge of health and safety, compliance and proceduresHave strong knowledge of and practical understanding of all sections of the kitchenBring a highly creative approach to your work with excellent attention to detailHave a track record in training and motivating a kitchen brigadeHave experience in managing staff costs, scheduling and reviewing staff rotasBring experience in reporting on kitchen finances and purchasingAre a natural leader who is keen to progress your career with a bold restaurant group!We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Working at Arcade:Our teams are the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.At Arcade, we’re more than just a restaurant group... We’re a collective of bold, diverse food and drink brands driven by creativity, collaboration, and a passion for hospitality. We believe in growing together, empowering our people, and creating opportunities to thrive across all areas of the business. xwzovoh Whether onsite, behind the scenes or head office, working at Arcade means being part of something exciting, fast-moving, and truly unique in the hospitality industry.Benefits of being part of the team:Refer a friend bonusInternal wage advance facility to instantly access the wages you’ve earnedA restaurant recognition budget for Birthday goodies and career milestones50% off food in our restaurants for you and your loved ones50% off food in JKS restaurants within Arcade for you and your loved onesAccess to counselling, remote GP/physio services, legal advice and more throughHospitality Action 24 hours a day, 365 days of the yearSummer and Christmas team parties where we all down tools and have some fun!#LI-CG1