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SOUS CHEF – FREAK SCENE BALHAM
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Pan-Asian. High energy. Zero boredom. All flavour.
Freak Scene isn’t your average restaurant — it’s a full-throttle ride through the wild side of Pan-Asian cooking. Born from the mind of ex-Nobu chef Scott Hallsworth, Freak Scene is about big flavours, creative chaos, and building a cult following one dish at a time.
We’re now on the hunt for a Sous Chef to join our Balham crew — someone hungry to learn, lead and make their mark in one of London’s most exciting kitchens.
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What’s in it for you
Learn directly from one of the UK’s most creative chefs (and ex-Nobu alumni)
Be part of a tight, passionate team who actually give a damn about food
Cook insane, bold Pan-Asian dishes — no boring plates, no hotel food nonsense
Real creative input – we want your ideas, not just your knife skills
Career progression across a growing restaurant group
Competitive pay, staff meals, proper respect, and a buzz that’s addictive
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We’re looking for someone who
Has solid experience as a Sous or Senior CDP in a fast-paced, quality kitchen
Lives and breathes Asian flavours — or wants to master them
Can handle pressure, think fast and keep standards high
Loves working with people, not against them
Has the drive to push boundaries and keep getting better
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About Freak Scene
Founded by Scott Hallsworth (ex-Nobu Head Chef), Freak Scene has become London’s cult Pan-Asian restaurant — known for dishes like Singapore Chilli Crab Wonton Bombs, Miso-Grilled Black Cod Tacos and Beef Fillet with Shiso Chimichurri.
We’re growing fast and building the next big thing in London dining — and we want people who want to grow with us.
Think you’ve got the fire?
Drop us your CV and a few lines about why Freak Scene should be your next kitchen home.
📍 Freak Scene Balham – London SW12
🔥 Pan-Asian | Rock’n’Roll | Cult Energy
1 Ramsden Road, Balham, Wandsworth, SW12 8QX, London
Restaurant • 11-50 empleados
En JOB TODAY desde septiembre, 2025
About Freak Scene Group Freak Scene is London’s most irreverent indie restaurant group — a riot of punk Asian flavours, bold creativity, and a don’t-give-a-damn attitude. Born from underground pop-ups and cult supper clubs, we’ve grown into
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