SENIOR SOUS CHEF - NSO - EXETER
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MCG Recruitment Proudly Presents
SENIOR SOUS CHEF – NEW BRANDED RESTAURANT OPENING
This is your chance to step into a key leadership role at the heart of an ambitious new restaurant opening.
MCG Recruitment is proud to be partnering with an exciting, fast-growing hospitality brand as they launch a brand-new site—and we're looking for a confident, experienced Senior Sous Chef ready to play a pivotal role in driving standards, supporting leadership, and shaping a high-performing kitchen from day one.
This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who thrives under pressure and knows how to bring consistency, calm, and control to a fast-paced environment.
The Role: Senior Sous Chef You'll sit just below the Head Chef—taking real ownership of kitchen operations, leading the brigade during service, and ensuring everything runs smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest standard.
️ Key Responsibilities Deputise for the Head Chef: Run the kitchen confidently in their absence, maintaining full control of service and standards
Lead the Kitchen Team: Support, mentor, and motivate chefs across all sections
Drive Food Quality: Ensure every dish is delivered consistently and meets brand expectations
Operational Excellence: Oversee prep, service flow, and kitchen organisation during busy periods
Health & Safety Leadership: Maintain strict compliance with hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety standards
Stock & Cost Control: Monitor stock usage, reduce waste, and support ordering processes
Training & Development: Coach junior team members and help build a strong kitchen culture
Problem Solving Under Pressure: React quickly and effectively to challenges during service
About You Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
Strong leadership skills with a calm, organised approach
Confident running busy services in high-volume kitchens
Excellent understanding of food safety and kitchen operations
Passionate about consistency, quality, and team development
A natural communicator who leads by example
What's on Offer Competitive salary plus quarterly bonus scheme
Tronc/tips share
28 days paid holiday
Company pension scheme
Free meals on shift
Clear progression opportunities within a growing brand
Staff discounts
Regular team events, socials, and away days
Apply Now If you're ready to step into a senior leadership role and be part of a new restaurant opening with real ambition, we want to hear from you.
Apply today with MCG Recruitment and take the next step in your career.
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- Location:
- Exeter
- Job Type:
- FullTime