Senior Sous Chef

Crimson Hotels Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GoHilton discount

Private healthcare

Life insurance 2x year

Training and development

Promotion opportunities

Hero Of The Month

Free meals on duty

Dry-cleaning of uniform

Job summary

Crimson Hotels Group in London seeks a Senior Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in the smooth running of a luxury kitchen at 100 Queen’s Gate Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton.

You will lead the culinary team, ensuring top food quality, hygiene and hospitality standards while contributing ideas to enhance our menu and guest experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef or similar senior role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Passion for food, hospitality and guest experiences.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards.
• Organised, time-efficient in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team to maintain high standards.
• Ensure food is prepared, cooked and presented to quality standards.
• Assist with menu planning and cost management.
• Oversee stock control, ordering and waste minimisation.
• Train and develop culinary team while maintaining hygiene.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Guest experience

Attention to detail

English language

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

About Us

Here at 100 Queen’s Gate Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, we know our colleagues are key to our success. That’s why we’re passionate about offering limitless opportunities for career progression, personal growth, as well as a supportive and empowering work environment. Not only that, we also offer a host of exceptional team member benefits too.

Situated in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, 100 Queen’s Gate Hotel is a luxury property offering an exceptional experience for both leisure and business guests.

Why join us?

We believe great people deserve great perks:

• Discounted stays around the world
• Free meal on duty + unlimited hot drinks
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Team member discounts
• Health benefit schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives
• Learning and development opportunities for career progression
• Recognition and reward schemes

Our Values

We care deeply about our people and communities, empower each other to grow and succeed, embrace inclusivity by creating a welcoming environment for all, innovate to continuously improve, and remain sustainable to protect our future.

What will I be doing?

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will play a key role in supporting the Executive Chef in the smooth and efficient running of the Kitchen. You will help lead and motivate the culinary team while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, service and hygiene expected within a luxury Hilton property.

You will be responsible for supporting the Executive Chef across all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, stock control and ordering, cost control, staff training and supervision.

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the Executive Chef in the day-to-day running of the Kitchen
• Leading, motivating and supervising the kitchen team to deliver consistently high standards
• Ensuring all food is prepared, cooked and presented to the required quality standards
• Supporting menu planning and contributing creative ideas to enhance our food offering
• Monitoring food quality, portion control and presentation
• Assisting with stock control, ordering and effective management of food costs
• Ensuring appropriate levels of stock are maintained while minimising waste
• Training, coaching and developing members of the culinary team
• Ensuring all kitchen colleagues follow agreed procedures and standards
• Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, health and safety at all times
• Ensuring the Kitchen operates in accordance with all relevant legislation and hotel policies
• Working closely with other departments to ensure an exceptional guest experience
• Taking responsibility for the Kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Responding positively and professionally to guest requirements and changing business needs
• Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient working environment
• Supporting the delivery of a consistently exceptional culinary experience for our guests

What are we looking for?

A Senior Sous Chef serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef, Sous Chef or in a similar senior culinary role
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• A genuine passion for food, hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• The ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong team-player mentality with the ability to work collaboratively
• A flexible approach and the ability to respond positively to changing requirements A positive, can-do attitude
• A strong understanding of food hygiene, health and safety and kitchen best practices
• Good command of the English language

It would be advantageous if you have:

• Previous experience working within a luxury hotel or high-end hospitality environment
• Experience working within a Hilton or branded hotel environment
• Experience managing and developing a diverse culinary team
• Experience with menu planning and food cost management
• Relevant culinary qualifications

Benefits

• GoHilton – you and your friends and family can explore the world with discounted room rates through our renowned international travel programme with more than 12 brands under the Hilton Family
• Private Healthcare Plan – financial assistance towards the cost of healthcare
• 2 x annual salary life assurance
• Learning and development opportunities – from our in-house training courses and programmes to over 1,000 training courses available through our ‘Training University’
• Opportunities for promotion and transfer across departments and the Hilton Family, both nationally and internationally
• Hero Of The Month recognition programme to recognise and celebrate your achievements
• Free freshly cooked meals to enjoy on duty
• Free dry-cleaning of suiting items

Eligibility

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Crimson Hotels is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

• Hero Of The Month recognition programme to recognise and celebrate your achievements
• Free-of-charge freshly cooked meals to enjoy on duty
• Free-of-charge dry-cleaning for your uniform
• Free weekly English classes
• Lots of team member social events and wellbeing events

The Hotel

Situated in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, with 228 bedrooms including 11 suites, this period building has been beautifully restored to its former glory in a luxurious design to offer the ultimate in relaxation.

The rooms and suites at the hotel exude elegance and guests can savour fine Mediterraneanfusion cuisine in W/A Kensington Restaurant & Bar, enjoy a traditional Afternoon tea in Botanica with its sophisticated atrium setting or unwind with a late-night drink in our cocktail bar ESQ.