👨 🳠Sous Chef - Iconic London Hotel

HR-CL Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic London hotel is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to elevate their culinary offerings. This role involves assisting the head chef, managing a talented kitchen team, and contributing to menu development with a focus on modern British cuisine. The ideal candidate should possess proven experience in high-volume settings, creativity, and hands-on leadership. This opportunity allows for career progression within a reputable hospitality group, offering a competitive salary of £39k per annum plus tronc.

Benefits

39k per annum plus tronc

Central London location

Creative freedom

Career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume kitchens with a strong leadership presence.
• Ability to balance creativity with commercial needs.
• Passion for modern British cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head chef and manage the kitchen team.
• Contribute to menu development and food ordering.
• Maintain food safety and HACCP standards.

Skills

Proven experience as a Sous chef in a high-volume setting

Creativity balanced with strong commercial awareness

Inspiring leadership and a hands-on approach

Passion for modern, seasonal cuisine with a nod to British classics

Job description

Overview

One of Central London’s most historic and distinguished hotels, is seeking an accomplished Sous Chef to join their established kitchen brigade, elevate the culinary offering, and craft unforgettable dining experiences for an international clientele.

Benefits of Sous Chef

• 39k pern annum plus tronc
• Central London location, steeped in heritage and prestige
• Creative freedom to develop seasonal menus with your signature flair
• Career progression within a respected hospitality group

The Role of a Sous Chef

• Assist the head chef and help to manage a talented kitchen team
• Help with menu development, stock control, and food ordering
• Maintain the highest food safety and HACCP standards

What You Bring as a Sous Chef

• Proven experience as a Sous chef in a high-volume setting
• Creativity balanced with strong commercial awareness
• Inspiring leadership and a hands-on approach
• Passion for modern, seasonal cuisine with a nod to British classics

This isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to leave your mark on one of London’s most iconic hospitality destinations.

Apply today with your CV — we review every application with complete fairness and confidentiality.