We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sous Chef to join our team at Lounge. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef in delivering exceptional food quality and service standards.

• Lead and manage the kitchen team to ensure seamless service delivery
• Assist the Head Chef in menu planning, food preparation, and presentation
• Ensure high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality control
• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and stock control
• Develop and implement effective kitchen systems and procedures
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to achieve business objectives and targets

• Overtime pay for every hour worked over contracted hours
• Staff food on every shift
• 50% off staff discount to enjoy outside working hours from day one
• Paid breaks
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 2 years service
• The most talked-about staff party in hospitality - Loungefest
• Competitions and incentives (like jetting off on an all expenses paid trip with one of our suppliers)
• Company pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Power over your pay with Wagestream
• Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity
• Great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast growing business
• Achievable bonuses
• Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
• Christmas and Boxing Day off

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent role
• Excellent culinary skills and knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Knowledge of kitchen systems and procedures
• Ability to train and develop junior staff members

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Sous Chef who is passionate about delivering exceptional food quality and service standards. If you have a strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for culinary excellence, we would love to hear from you.