Sous Chef - London

We believe in giving our chefs the tools, freedom and support to succeed. Here's what you can look forward to:

• A clear path to progression - Access to our Sous Chef to Head Chef Development Programme, with the majority of our Head Chef appointments made internally.
• Creative freedom - Work alongside your Head Chef to develop exciting menus, create daily specials and bring your own ideas to life.
• Invest in your future - Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme, with the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification.
• Keep learning - Take part in regular culinary masterclasses and training days to sharpen your skills and stay inspired.
• Enjoy great discounts - 20% off in all Young's pubs and hotels.
• Free meals on shift - Keep fuelled while you work.
• Sharesave Scheme - Enjoy the opportunity to share in our success.
• Company pension scheme - We'll help you plan for the future.
• 28 days' holiday per year - Time to relax, recharge and enjoy life outside the kitchen.
What we're looking for We're looking for a passionate chef who leads by example, takes pride in delivering exceptional food and knows how to bring the best out of a team. You'll be confident in a busy kitchen, committed to high standards and excited by the opportunity to make a real difference. As our Sous Chef, you will:
• Lead from the front - Be a hands-on chef who sets the standard for quality, consistency and excellent service.
• Inspire your team - Support, motivate and develop the kitchen brigade, helping everyone build their skills and confidence.
• Bring creativity to the menu - Work closely with your Head Chef to develop fresh, exciting dishes and daily specials that keep guests coming back.
• Keep the kitchen running smoothly - Help manage staff rotas, training and day-to-day operations while ensuring health and safety standards are always met.
• Take ownership of performance - Support effective food and labour cost controls, maintaining great standards while keeping the kitchen commercially successful.
• Drive sales and growth - Work collaboratively with the front-of-house team to create memorable guest experiences and identify opportunities to grow the business.
• Stay organised and focused - Plan ahead, communicate clearly and keep the team performing at its best, even during the busiest services.
Most importantly, you'll bring a positive attitude, a genuine passion for fresh food and the leadership skills to help create a kitchen where people enjoy working together. Ready to make your mark? If you're ready to take the next step in your career, bring your creativity to the table and help lead a kitchen team that takes pride in great food, we'd love to hear from you.

At The Ship in Wandsworth, we're passionate about great food, brilliant hospitality and creating an atmosphere where guests feel welcome and want to return. We're looking for a talented and enthusiastic Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and help us deliver fantastic food every day.