Sous Chef

Belfasts newest restaurant Ru is looking for a talented and driven Sous Chef to join our opening kitchen team.

Born from two rich food cultures Ru blends bold Indian flavours with exceptional Irish produce. Our menu is a modern interpretation of Indian cooking vibrant seasonal and designed for sharing.

Located on Ann Street and open for lunch and dinner Ru will be the first to open amongst a number of adjoining venues including a pub cocktail bar and terrace vinyl listening bar and club space in 2026.

This is a chance to be part of something new from the ground up working with high-quality ingredients and contributing to a creative ambitious kitchen. If youre passionate about food eager to lead and develop a team and thrive in a fast-paced environment wed love to hear from you.

The role

As Sous Chef you will support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen ensuring the delivery of high-quality dishes while maintaining consistency organisation and efficiency at all times.

Whats in it for you:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Flexible working pattern made up of 4 shifts per week
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including a free counselling programme
• Company discount offering 20% off food in various outlets including Bullitt Hotel Little Wing Pizzeria Ragin Ramen The National and the Cloth Ear
• Structured learning and development plans through our online CPL training programme
• Varied training opportunities including NVQs WSET First Aid Mental Health Awareness etc.
• Team bonding events such as our summer BBQ Winter Raffle seasonal parties trips and award ceremonies

What youll do:

• Support the Head Chef in managing the kitchen and leading the team through service
• Ensure dishes are prepared and presented to the highest standard
• Maintain consistency and quality across all service periods
• Assist with stock control ordering and cost management to minimise waste
• Train mentor and support junior members of the kitchen team
• Ensure full compliance with food safety hygiene and HACCP standards

About you:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong experience as a Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up
• A genuine passion for food and high-quality ingredients
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
• A proactive positive attitude with a commitment to developing others
• Excellent communication and teamworking skills

If youre ready to be part of an exciting new kitchen and take the next step in your career in a forward-thinking restaurant wed love to hear from you.

The Company reserves the right to apply enhanced short-listing criteria.
We are an equal opportunities employer.

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