Sous Chef – Neapolitan Pizza Restaurant

About the role

Peponi's is a contemporary Neapolitan‑style pizza restaurant in Nairobi seeking a full‑time Sous Chef to act as the Head Chef’s right hand. The successful candidate will lead the kitchen during service, ensure consistency of our pizza, and help develop a growing team.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and service flow.
• Build, implement and continuously improve SOPs for dough, prep and station setup.
• Maintain high standards for every dish leaving the pass.
• Train, mentor and supervise pizzaioli, demi‑CDPs and commis chefs.
• Oversee daily prep, dough management and stock levels to keep service smooth.
• Monitor food costs, portion control and waste, and assist with ordering and supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Coordinate with front‑of‑house staff to optimise service.
• Contribute to menu development and testing.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or senior CDP ready to step up.
• Strong knowledge of Neapolitan pizza or willingness to master it.
• Demonstrated leadership and team‑building abilities.
• Integrity, accountability and strong communication skills.

Required skills

• SOP development and implementation.
• Inventory and stock management.
• Food cost control and portion management.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.