Sous Chef – London Bicycle Café
Full-Time | Starting at $22/hr | Health Benefits | Set Schedule

London Bicycle Café is on the lookout for a driven and talented Sous Chef to join our culinary team. We take pride in serving high-quality food that complements our love for coffee, cycling, and community. If you thrive in a fast-paced, unconventional kitchen, enjoy problem-solving, and have the ambition to deliver consistently exceptional dishes, this role is for you!

What You’ll Do:

• Act as the Executive Chef’s second-in-command, overseeing daily culinary operations including menu planning, food preparation, staff supervision, inventory management, and food cost control.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to execute and refine our menu with precision and care.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Lead kitchen operations during shifts, ensuring efficiency and organization in a calm and respectful manner.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Uphold food safety and sanitation regulations to maintain a clean, safe and organized workspace.
• Bring creativity, critical thinking, and ambition to continually improve our culinary offerings.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong culinary skills, including extensive knowledge of cooking techniques, flavors, and ingredient combinations.
• Leadership abilities to motivate and manage a team of cooks respectfully and effectively using the traditional brigade system.
• Problem-solving skills to quickly identify and resolve kitchen issues.
• Attention to detail to maintain high standards for food quality and presentation.
• Time management skills to efficiently prioritize tasks during busy service periods.
• Excellent communication skills to ensure smooth coordination between kitchen staff and management.
• 3+ years of experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a leadership role.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
• Passion for high-quality local ingredients, sustainability, and innovative food preparation.
• A positive attitude, career-minded, and a desire to grow within a supportive team.
• Able to bend and lift 20kg.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Set schedule, Wednesday through Sunday 12pm to 8pm.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: Starting at $22/hr with room for growth.
• Health Benefits Package to support your well-being.
• Free Meals on Shift – because great food fuels great work.
• Retail Discounts - enjoy discounts on coffee and cycling accessories, bikes and service.
• A Collaborative Team that values creativity, hard work, and dedication.
• A Unique Work Environment where food, coffee, and cycling culture come together.
• Work Life Balance two weeks paid vacation for full time employees, 5 paid sick days.

If you’re ready to bring your talent and ambition to our kitchen, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of London Bicycle Café’s culinary journey.