Join the Team at The Frame
At The Frame, we're passionate about creating memorable dining experiences inspired by the vibrant flavours and relaxed hospitality of the Mediterranean. Located in the heart of Leicester's historic St Martin's Square, we offer a refined yet welcoming dining experience centred around sharing plates, mezze, seasonal ingredients, and our signature wood and coal-fired grill. Alongside our carefully curated food menu, we're proud to offer an exceptional drinks programme featuring Mediterranean wines and handcrafted cocktails.
Since opening, we've built a reputation for quality, consistency and genuine hospitality. Behind every service is a close-knit kitchen and front of house team who work together with respect, professionalism and pride. Our team culture is something we're incredibly proud of, reflected in our low staff turnover and the positive environment we've created.
We're now looking for an ambitious Sous Chef to become a key part of our growing business.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants more than just another kitchen job. You'll be joining an established and supportive team where everyone works together.
You'll work closely with our Head Chef to maintain the high standards that our guests expect while helping to lead the kitchen team during service. You'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring consistency, and helping us continue to raise the bar.
As our business grows, we're also preparing to open a sister restaurant in Leicester, offering a completely different style of cuisine. The successful candidate will be expected to work across both sites as the business develops, gaining valuable experience within two unique concepts. Both venues are easily accessible by public transport, so owning a car isn't essential.
What We're Looking For
- Has previous experience as a Sous Chef or an experienced Chef de Partie ready to step up.
- Has a genuine passion for cooking and delivering consistently high-quality food.
- Thrives in a busy, fast-paced kitchen.
- Has a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a team-first mentality.
- Takes pride in organisation, cleanliness and attention to detail.
- Has drive, ambition and wants to grow with an expanding independent business.
- Experience with Mediterranean cuisine would be an advantage, but it's certainly not essential—we're more interested in finding someone with the right attitude and willingness to learn.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day management of the kitchen.
- Lead and motivate the team during service.
- Maintain exceptional food quality and consistency.
- Assist with ordering, stock control and minimising waste.
- Ensure all food safety and hygiene procedures are followed.
- Help train and develop junior chefs.
- Maintain our excellent standards of cleanliness and organisation.
Why Join The Frame?
- Be part of an established, supportive team with excellent staff retention.
- Work in a kitchen where teamwork, respect and professionalism come first.
- Opportunity to develop your skills within a growing independent restaurant group.
- Be involved in the opening and growth of our exciting second Leicester venue.
- Learn across two different food concepts as the business expands.
- Work in a kitchen that consistently maintains a 5-Star Food Hygiene Rating.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Staff meals and employee discounts.
- Opportunities for progression as the business continues to grow.
If this sounds like you...
If you're an ambitious chef who enjoys working as part of a strong team, takes pride in producing exceptional food, and wants to be part of an exciting period of growth, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: £25,420.00-£33,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Sous Chef: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
