- Salary
- £40k+
- Location
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Retail
- Education
- Master
- Source
- RecruiterFlow
Description
Sous Chef – Leeds City Centre | £48,000 Package
£40,000 salary + c. £8,000 tronc | Casual fine dining | Fresh food-led independent group
We are recruiting a Sous Chef for a busy, independent casual fine dining restaurant in Leeds city centre. This is a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen delivering modern British cuisine using fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
You will join a large kitchen brigade of 20+ chefs, working closely with the Head Chef in a structured but creative environment with real input on menus and development.
Package & Benefits
- £40,000 per annum salary
- Approx. £8,000 tronc (total package c. £48,000)
- 48-hour working week
- 5 straight shifts per week
- 5 days over 7 rota (flexible planning)
- Full menu input and development opportunities
- Modern, well-equipped kitchen
- Strong career progression within an independent group
- Pension scheme
Role Overview
As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in running a high-volume, fresh food kitchen. You will help maintain consistent food quality, lead service, and contribute to ongoing menu development.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with menu development using seasonal and fresh ingredients
- Oversee daily kitchen service, prep, and plating standards
- Maintain food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance
- Lead, train, and support junior chefs
- Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
- Support cost control and waste reduction
- Step up in Head Chef’s absence
- Work closely with front of house for smooth service delivery
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience as Sous Chef or Senior Junior Sous Chef
- Experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens essential
- Background in fresh food restaurants, gastropubs, or casual fine dining
- NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Professional Cookery
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Confident working under pressure in busy services
- Passion for modern British cuisine and seasonal produce
- Excellent knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Sous Chef in Leeds looking for a stable role with creativity, structure, and genuine work-life balance, apply today with your CV.
For similar Sous Chef roles across Yorkshire and the North, contact Eddy Nuttall at Dish Hospitality.