Sous Chef

Sous Chef - Luxury Spanish Restaurant | £35,000 + Tronc (Up to £43-44k OTE)

Location:

Maidenhead
Accommodation assistance available

LJ Recruitment is supporting a luxury Spanish restaurant in Maidenhead, known for its modern décor, vibrant atmosphere, and exceptional tapas-led menu. Serving up to 450 covers on busy days, the restaurant is part of a growing group with two established sites and a third opening next year.

• £35,000 base salary
• On-target earnings up to £43-44k with Tronc
• Accommodation assistance available
• Five straight shifts per week on a rota basis
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding restaurant group

• Support the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations
• Lead the brigade of 5-6 chefs when required
• Maintain exceptional culinary standards, with a strong focus on Spanish flavours and tapas dishes
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
• Uphold strict food hygiene, safety, and compliance procedures
• Help develop new dishes and contribute to seasonal menu planning
• Ensure smooth, efficient service during high-volume operations (up to 450 covers)

• Strong background in Spanish or Mediterranean restaurants desired but not essential
• Experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Senior CDP ready for the next step
• Confident, calm, and capable of leading the kitchen when needed
• Passionate about quality, authenticity, and consistency
• A team player with a positive, hands‑on approach

If you're a passionate chef looking to progress your career within a thriving high-quality Spanish restaurant, we'd love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now and become a key part of this exciting and expanding culinary team