About UsBar Crispin is a 45-cover restaurant and wine bar in the heart of Soho, serving boldly flavoured, produce-led plates inspired by modern European cooking. Our menus change with the seasons, championing small-scale farmers, day-boat fish, and top-quality British and European ingredients. Alongside the food, we pour an ever-changing list of low-intervention wines from some of the most exciting producers around.Were now looking for a talented and driven Sous Chef to take a key leadership role in our creative kitchen team. This is a brilliant opportunity for a chef whos passionate about seasonal cooking, thrives in a fast-paced, quality-led environment, and is ready to help lead a small but ambitious kitchen in one of Sohos most exciting food and wine spots.Why Youll Love This RoleAs Sous Chef at Bar Crispin, youll be second-in-command in the kitchen, working alongside the Head Chef to deliver exceptional dishes and a smooth-running service. Youll play a hands-on role in menu development, manage sections during busy services, and help lead and inspire a small, close-knit team. If youre looking to work with outstanding produce, take ownership of your craft, and grow as a leader, this is the role for you.What Youll Be DoingLeading the Kitchen in Service: Take charge during the Head Chefs absence, ensuring consistency, pace, and quality in every dish.Cooking with the Seasons: Help shape and deliver a menu that evolves with the produce, focusing on bold, fresh, and balanced flavours.Training and Mentoring: Support and develop junior team members, creating a positive, learning-focused kitchen culture.Quality Control: Maintain high culinary standards, ensuring every plate meets our expectations.Operational Excellence: Manage kitchen organisation, prep schedules, and section set-ups to ensure smooth service.Food Safety: Oversee hygiene, allergen procedures, and health and safety compliance.Menu Development: Work with the Head Chef to create and test new dishes, bringing ideas to the table.What Were Looking ForProven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef in a high-quality, busy kitchenPassion for seasonal, European-inspired cooking and working with the best produce availableExcellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and support a small teamOrganised, proactive, and confident in managing service under pressureStrong understanding of kitchen operations, costing, and orderingA collaborative, hands-on approach to leadershipWhat Youll GetA welcoming, supportive, and inclusive team environmentOpportunity to develop skills and take on greater leadership responsibilitiesDelicious team meals on every shiftFlexible shift patterns, with daytimes and evenings availableRefer a friend bonus

earn £1000 when your referral joins50% off dining across all HAM. Restaurant locations20% off wine retailAccess to Wagestream benefits and flexible payBe part of a creative, growing hospitality group with a strong track recordEnhanced parental leave packages

including paw-ternity for pet parentsUp to 28 days annual leave

increasing with length of service (up to 36 days!)Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Wisdom App for health and wellbeing support

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