Boxcar Marylebone is our neighbourhood spot for great coffee, fresh pastries, and a busy breakfast and lunch service that keeps the energy high from the moment we open.

This isn’t a traditional Sous Chef role, and that’s exactly why it works.

We’re looking for a Senior Chef who’s ready to step into their first kitchen leadership role, or a strong Senior Chef de Partie who’s looking for that next move with the right support around them.

You’ll work closely with our Head Chef, taking ownership of the kitchen when they’re off, while building confidence in leading a small, fast-moving team.

What the role looks like

As a Sous Chef, you’ll be part of a tight-knit kitchen team delivering a simple, well-executed menu focused on breakfast, brunch, and deli-style dishes.

It’s a bustling site; service is pacey, mornings are key.

You’ll:

• Step in to run the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence

• Support and guide the team during service, setting the tone and keeping things moving

• Learn and take ownership of stock, ordering, and basic cost control

• Keep standards high, from prep through to plating

• Help create a positive, calm kitchen environment even when it’s busy

This is a hands-on role. You’ll be cooking, leading, and learning, all in the same shift.

Why this role works

This Sous Chef position is ideal if you’re:

• A Senior Chef de Partie ready for your first step into management

• Looking for leadership experience without the pressure of a large brigade

• Keen to learn the foundations of running a kitchen, with support from a wider group

• Wanting structure in your week — with daytime-focused hours

Our site is open 8am–6pm, so this is a rare kitchen role that gives you your evenings back.

What you’ll get from us

• Group dining discounts across our venues

• Team incentives and trips to celebrate successes

• Staff meals & refreshments

• Staff referral programme

• Early access to earned wages via Stream