At Le Bab, we pride ourselves on creating not just meals, but experiences. As a Sous Chef at Le Bab, your role is fundamental in supporting our commitment to delivering high-quality and innovative dishes. Working alongside the Head Chef, you'll help manage the kitchen operations, ensuring that our culinary offerings meet the standards our guests expect from a leading dining establishment.
In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for maintaining and driving a positive, supportive, and ambitious attitude within the kitchen team. We believe this creates an outstanding work environment where culinary creativity thrives and service excels. You are not just a chef; you are a leader, a motivator, and a mentor. Through your guidance, our kitchen staff are encouraged to explore their culinary passions, contributing to a team that is tight-knit, hard-working, and dedicated to excellence.
Your responsibilities include assisting in overseeing food preparation, maintaining high standards in flavour and presentation, and ensuring efficient kitchen workflows. You'll also be involved in managing kitchen staff, contributing to their training and development in line with our culinary ethos.
Attention to detail is crucial in this role, especially in upholding health and safety standards and maintaining cost control measures.
Collaborating closely with the Head Chef and General Manager, you will be part of a team that strives for a seamless integration between kitchen operations and the overall dining experience. Your role will involve not just cooking, but also contributing to an environment that supports teamwork and high performance.
This position is ideal for someone with experience in kitchen leadership, looking to take the next step in their culinary career in a dynamic and growing restaurant setting.
Few of your job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assume the duties of the Head Chef during their absence, ensuring seamless continuity of kitchen operations and maintaining high standards on food and Health & Safety
- Assisting in overseeing kitchen operations to ensure adherence to our high standards of food preparation and presentation.
- Supporting the Head Chef in managing and leading the kitchen, especially during busy periods, to enhance efficiency and ensure prompt dish preparation.
- Participating in daily team briefings and maintaining records of kitchen operations and staff performance.
- Assisting in organising and recording team training, ensuring all kitchen staff are up-to-date with culinary skills and safety protocols.
- Helping to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance, supported by daily checklists.
- Providing support and coaching to kitchen staff, aiding their professional growth.
- Assisting in yearly staff appraisals, setting goals, and monitoring progress.
- Supporting in managing staff schedules and ensuring compliance with company standards in aspects such as dress code, SOPs, and health & safety regulations.
- Experience
- Required
- Languages
- English – Advanced
- Employment
- Full-time
- Schedule
- 4 doubles - 3 days off
- Salary
- £33,000 – £36,000 yearly
- Benefits
- + tips
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
191 Victoria Street, SW1, London
Restaurant • 51-250 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since February, 2020
We are a London based family of modern gourmet kebab restaurants serving dishes using free range & organic ingredients, alongside cocktails and fine wines. We’ve got big plans coming up, so come join the fun!
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