A bold new Steak & Grill restaurant is launching just outside Wolverhampton, and we’re on the hunt for an exceptional Sous Chef
This is a genuine ground-floor opportunity. You’ll play a key role in shaping the menu, building the brigade, and setting the standards for what will become a destination dining spot. For the right chef, this is more than a job; it’s a chance to put your stamp on something special.
The Role
* Support the Head Chef and take full charge of the kitchen in their absence, ensuring standards and consistency are maintained at all times
* Recruit, train, and develop a motivated, high-performing kitchen team
* Deliver bold, well-executed steak and grill dishes using top-quality fresh produce
* Set and maintain high standards across food quality, hygiene, and consistency
* Manage stock, GP, margins, and waste with a commercial mindset
* Work closely with the General Manager to ensure seamless BOH and FOH operations
* Lead from the front in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in steak, grill, premium casual, or high-volume fresh food kitchens
* Strong knowledge of grill cookery, steak cuts, and butchery
* A confident leader who can step up, make decisions, and run the kitchen when required
* Organised, calm, and commercially aware with a hands-on approach
* Passionate about consistency, standards, and delivering great food every service
What’s On Offer
* Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience
* Share of the Grats
* Creative freedom to help shape menus and kitchen culture
* Supportive owners who back their chefs and value ideas
* The excitement of a brand-new opening with real long-term potential
If you’re a Chef de Partie ready to step up or a Head Chef or Sous Chef looking for a fresh challenge with real ownership and reward, this role ticks all the boxes