You will only be considered for the role if you have completed a cover letter explaining why are you applying for the position with Nostos!

“A culinary adventure awaits in the heart of Hove” - The Telegraph

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Competitive salary - £15 - £16 per hour
• Performace bonus - up to £1500 per year
• Tips - up to £2000 per year
• 28 days of holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Central location in Hove
• 4 or 5 day working week
• Family & friends discount
• Gym membership allowance
• Monthly massage treatment
• Access to wellbeing programme

About Us

The award-winning Nostos family is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and fully qualified Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. Located just a moment’s stroll from Hove’s seafront, we are renowned for our sleek, warm interior, friendly staff, and fantastic seasonal menu.

According to The Telegraph, Nostos is celebrated for its innovative Greek cuisine with a contemporary twist, emphasising fresh, clean flavours and a significant focus on vegan and vegetarian dishes.

Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure with us at Nostos Hove? We’re looking for someone who loves Greek and Mediterranean cuisine and is excited to bring their creative ideas to life in our kitchen.

About You:

• You’ve got experience as a Sous Chef or senior Sous Chef.
• Greek and Mediterranean cuisine? You’re passionate about it.
• You love bringing creative ideas to the table (literally!).
• Kitchen and staff management? You’ve got it covered.
• Cleanliness, organisation, and professionalism are fundamental to your work ethic.
• You’re a natural leader who can inspire and motivate the team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Keeping our kitchen running smoothly and efficiently.
• Tackling any issues head-on and managing inventory like a boss.
• Ensuring we meet the highest sanitation and safety standards.
• Keeping the vibe positive and professional with staff and customers.

Our Ethos

At Nostos, our commitment goes beyond just serving delicious food. We are deeply involved in charitable work and community support.

We collaborate with various charitable organisations like Rocking Horse, Table Talk Foundation, and Off the Fence, raising funds and offering our support to strengthen our community.

We also contribute through events like the St. Andrews School free events, charity catering, and our involvement with Choir with No Name and Batton of Hope.

Sustainability is at the core of our business. From the construction of our establishment to our daily operations, we prioritise eco-friendly practices. We actively participate in discussions on sustainability through collaborations with the University of Brighton and the University of Sussex, contributing to projects and papers like those published in the prestigious Sustainable Tourism Journal.

Our Achievements:

• Living Wage Employer
• Voted Best Restaurant in Sussex by the Argus readers
• Best Local Restaurant 2023 by The Good Food Guide
• Bravo Award Winner 2024: Best International, Top 3 in Most Family Friendly, and Top 10 in Best Team
• Table Talk Foundation Industry Partner
• Featured on SquareMeal
• 1,000 trees planted and 50 tonnes of CO2 sequestered

Ready to bring your culinary creativity to Nostos Hove? Join our supportive and professional team and help us create memorable dining experiences.

Apply today and let’s get cooking!

For more info about us, check out our website.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £15.00-£16.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Performance bonus
• Tips

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Flexitime

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brighton, East Sussex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• You will only be considered for the role if you have completed a cover letter explaining why are you applying for the position with Nostos.

Experience:

• Sous Chef: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Location:

• Brighton, East Sussex (required)

Work Location: In person