About Us Peponi's is a contemporary Neapolitan-style pizza restaurant in Nairobi with a casual, lively atmosphere and a buzzing bar. At Peponi’s, we want every guest to feel at home while enjoying world-class pizza, drinks, and great vibes. We’re assembling a team of passionate, energetic, and welcoming people to bring this experience to life. The Role A full-time, on-site role for a Sous Chef at Peponi's, working as the Head Chef's right hand. You'll lead the kitchen during service, build and enforce the systems that keep our pizza consistent, and develop the team as we grow. We want someone with sharp standards, strong leadership, and a deep respect for Neapolitan pizza and quality ingredients.  Responsibilities Support the Head Chef in running day-to-day kitchen operations Build, implement, and refine SOPs across dough, prep, and station setup Maintain and improve standards across every dish that leaves the pass Train, mentor, and supervise pizzaioli, demi CDPs, and commis chefs Oversee daily prep and dough management to keep service smooth Monitor food costs, portion control, and wastage Support with kitchen ordering, stock levels, and supplier relationships Ensure food safety and hygiene compliance Coordinate with front of house to keep service flowing Assist with menu development and testing Skills Proven experience as a Sous Chef, or strong senior CDP ready to step up Strong knowledge of Neapolitan pizza, or willingness to master it Strong leadership skills, experience building and developing teams Experience implementing SOPs and operational standards Solid understanding of kitchen costs, waste, and portion control Experience with stock management and ordering Tech- and systems-forward Strong communicator with kitchen and leadership Integrity and accountability Show more Show less