Senior Sous Chef
CV-LibrarySevenoaks, KentpermanentPosted: 30 April 2026
Apply NowSenior Sous Chef (Head Chef Designate) | Sevenoaks | £41k-£44k OTE
Sous Chef required for a 2-Rosette destination restaurant near Sevenoaks. This is a strategic hire; the Executive Chef is looking for the chef to transition into the Head Chef role and run the kitchen team.
The Package
Base Salary: £37,000 - £40,000
Guaranteed Tronc: £4,000 + Additional Tips
Total OTE: £41,000 - £44,000
Benefits: Discounts, free food, on-site parking, and clear career progression.The Role
Direct path to Head Chef status within the venue.
Oversee daily operations in a high-volume, fine-dining kitchen.
Utilise Fresh produce grown onsite to maintain high standards.
Drive the kitchen toward accolades and sustainability awards.
Oversee team management, stock control, and menu execution.Requirements
Minimum 4 years' experience in high-end or fine-dining kitchens.
Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage a team independently.
Ambition to take full ownership of a kitchen as a Head Chef.
Driving license required due to the rural location.Direct progression to Head Chef. Apply with your CV today.
Job reference: (phone number removed) / INDCHEFS
Job title: Senior Sous Chef, Sosu Chef, Head Chef Designate, Deputy Head Chef
Job Location: Sevenoaks, Kent
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Sous Chef required for a 2-Rosette destination restaurant near Sevenoaks. This is a strategic hire; the Executive Chef is looking for the chef to transition into the Head Chef role and run the kitchen team.
The Package
Base Salary: £37,000 - £40,000
Guaranteed Tronc: £4,000 + Additional Tips
Total OTE: £41,000 - £44,000
Benefits: Discounts, free food, on-site parking, and clear career progression.The Role
Direct path to Head Chef status within the venue.
Oversee daily operations in a high-volume, fine-dining kitchen.
Utilise Fresh produce grown onsite to maintain high standards.
Drive the kitchen toward accolades and sustainability awards.
Oversee team management, stock control, and menu execution.Requirements
Minimum 4 years' experience in high-end or fine-dining kitchens.
Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage a team independently.
Ambition to take full ownership of a kitchen as a Head Chef.
Driving license required due to the rural location.Direct progression to Head Chef. Apply with your CV today.
Job reference: (phone number removed) / INDCHEFS
Job title: Senior Sous Chef, Sosu Chef, Head Chef Designate, Deputy Head Chef
Job Location: Sevenoaks, Kent
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy