Sous Chef

South West London

Up to £43,000 Package | Predominantly Daytime Hours | Excellent Work-Life Balance

Looking for a Sous Chef role that offers quality food without sacrificing your work-life balance?

We’re working with one of South West London’s most well-regarded independent hospitality businesses, renowned for its fresh, seasonal menus, welcoming atmosphere, and people-first culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a kitchen where quality ingredients, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything they do.

Unlike many hospitality roles, this position offers predominantly daytime hours, making it ideal for chefs looking to continue working with excellent produce while enjoying a healthier balance between work and personal life.

What’s on offer?

• Salary package up to £43,000
• Predominantly daytime hours
• Excellent work-life balance
• Fresh, seasonal food with quality ingredients
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Opportunity to contribute to menu development and seasonal specials
• A positive, collaborative kitchen culture
• Long-term career progression within a growing independent business

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is currently a Sous Chef or an ambitious Junior Sous Chef ready for the next step
• Has experience working within fresh food kitchens
• Enjoys cooking with seasonal, quality produce
• Leads by example and enjoys developing junior chefs
• Is organised, calm under pressure, and passionate about consistently high standards
• Has excellent communication skills and a positive attitude

About the business

This is a quality-led independent restaurant that has built an outstanding reputation for delivering fresh, seasonal food in a relaxed and welcoming environment. The kitchen is passionate about using the best ingredients available, producing dishes that are both approachable and beautifully executed.

The business genuinely values its people, creating a supportive working environment where chefs are encouraged to develop, contribute ideas, and enjoy a sustainable career in hospitality. With a strong focus on work-life balance and team culture, opportunities like this don’t come around often.

If you’re looking for a Sous Chef role where you can continue cooking great food while enjoying a better quality of life, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential conversation.

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