Sous Chef

We're hiring a Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at The Parakeet,

Working alongside a Head Chef formerly of Brat. The food is small plates, produce-led and cooked over fire and coal. Menus are seasonal, confident and stripped back - focused on flavour, restraint and letting great ingredients speak for themselves. This is a hands on role for a Sous who loves service, cares about detail, and wants to help lead a talented, ambitious team in a calm, well run kitchen. The Parakeet is a modern British pub with a serious approach to food, strong supplier relationships, and a commitment to doing things properly, every day.

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What you'll be up to:

• Service leadership: Supporting the Head Chef in delivering smooth, high-quality services across lunch and dinner.

• Cooking & prep: Leading by example on section, with strong attention to detail and consistency.

• Team development: Training, mentoring and motivating junior chefs, setting standards and building confidence.

• Stock & ordering: Assisting with ordering, stock control and minimising waste.

• Menu development: Contributing ideas and helping develop seasonal dishes and specials.

• Health & safety: Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation.

• Kitchen culture: Helping create a calm, focused, respectful working environment.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step up.

• A solid understanding of fresh, seasonal cooking.

• A calm, organised approach under pressure.

• A team-first mindset with a genuine interest in developing others.

• Pride in your work and care for the details that make food great.

What to expect:

• A competitive salary, reflective of your experience and responsibility.

• A kitchen that values quality, preparation and consistency over chaos.

• A supportive environment where ideas are welcomed and growth is encouraged.

• A balanced rota with a mix of shifts across the week.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Food & Social Perks: Enjoy 50% off across our venues, our annual celebrations and free access to our events and festivals.

• Career Growth: At The Columbo Academy, we're here to guide you on a clear path to personal and professional greatness.

• Hero of the Month: Get recognized for your standout work and enjoy a paid weekend off.

• Employee Referrals: Bring in talent - earn £1,000 for Chef/Manager referrals or £250 for hourly roles.

• Global Industry Trips: For our top performers and wine experts - your next adventure awaits.

• Pension via Nest: Lock in your future with our pension plan.