Sous Chef Independent Italian Restaurant
Company: Maison Gastronomique
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Role Overview
Maison Gastronomique is recruiting a Junior Sous Chef for a small independent Italian restaurant in Kingston upon Thames. This is a neighbourhood-style restaurant with a small team and intimate covers, producing classic Italian food with a focus on pizza and fresh pasta. Sous Chef Role Salary up to £35,000 Kingston upon Thames Independent Italian restaurant Small kitchen team Low covers / neighbourhood-s
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of fresh ingredients according to specifications
- Operating commercial kitchen appliances, fryers, ovens, and dishwashers safely and efficiently
- Washing pots, pans, utensils, and sanitizing kitchen prep stations throughout service
- Monitoring food storage temperatures and completing food safety checklists (HACCP)
- Unloading catering deliveries, rotating stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) principles
- Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene, waste management, and environmental health compliance
Candidate Requirements
- Enthusiastic attitude with a passion for food and working in high-tempo culinary environments
- Food Hygiene Level 2 certification is an advantage, or willingness to complete during training
- Ability to work standing for extended periods and stay calm during busy lunch and dinner rushes
- Punctual, dependable, and committed to maintaining high standards of food safety
- Valid right to work in the United Kingdom
What Is Offered
- Compensation: £35,000 / yr
- Contract Type: FULL TIME
- Location: Kingston Upon Thames, South West London
- Complimentary staff meals on duty and discounts across group restaurants
- Apprenticeship and culinary development pathways into Chef de Partie and Head Chef positions
- Share of tips / service charge (TRONC) where applicable
- Paid statutory annual leave and workplace pension scheme
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