Job 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

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.