Sous Chef

We are looking for a passionate and energetic Sous Chef to join our new restaurant; Bread Street Kitchen – Stratford.

Bread Street Kitchen, Bar & Rooftop, located in Stratford Cross, is the perfect destination for lunch, dinner and late-night drinks.

In a stunning two-floor building in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the restaurant offers a globally-inspired menu of Gordon Ramsay classic dishes, from traditional fish and chips to our classic beef Wellington. We also have an exciting array of exclusive Stratford specials, including the steak and ale pie.

As Sous Chef you will:

• Ensure the highest standards of food preparation and delivery, as well as effective communication across all sections of the kitchen
• Assist the Head Chef in menu development and creation, ensuring seasonality of ingredients, manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, whilst supervising and developing the brigade
• Ensure targets are met in relation to payroll and food costs and that the brigade comply with all health & safety and food safety policies and procedures

The successful candidate will:

• Have previous experience working in a Sous Chef position in a quality restaurant environment
• Be passionate about delivering high quality, seasonal food
• Be able to effectively manage, motivate and lead a team
• Have the ability to develop a team, enhancing the skill level of the brigade
• Be a clear communicator and enjoy being part of a team

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive Pay Rate
• Wage stream employer-Employees can access up to 50% of wages before payday
• Access to our world-class training & development opportunities globally
• Work with and learn from extraordinary culinary and front-of house talent in a diverse, energizing and professional restaurant environment
• A fantastic 50% staff discount on food and drink in UK restaurants
• 50% discount on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes & courses for you and Friends & Family
• 30% discount for your Friends & Family in all UK Restaurants
• Preferential Room Rates at Gordon Ramsay Restaurants partner hotels.
• Gympass - discounted membership and access to hundreds of gyms, studios, fitness classes and wellness apps
• MYNDUP - you can get up to 2 hours a month free, anonymous mental health support & wellbeing, counselling or therapy
• Meals on duty
• 50% off an annual CODE membership

This role will offer the successful candidate an exciting opportunity to develop their career in a best-in-class global restaurant business!

We do receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact those who have been successful in moving to the next stage of the recruitment process.