Senior Sous Chef

Smyth & Co; Greater London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity awaits a talented Senior Sous Chef at a prestigious 5-star hotel on the outskirts of North West London. This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant, open-kitchen restaurant known for its innovative culinary approach and commitment to quality. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards, mentoring junior chefs, and driving menu creativity in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Access to fresh ingredients from on-site garden

Dynamic open kitchen environment

Opportunity to lead a passionate culinary team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior role within a high-end kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills to train and motivate a culinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-volume kitchen serving over 300 covers per service.
• Contribute to menu innovation and maintain kitchen standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

International Cuisines Knowledge

Creativity in Menu Innovation

Mentoring Junior Chefs

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Luxury 5-star hotel is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Sous Chef to lead its award-winning team. Salary: £56,000-£59,000.

Location and Overview

5-Star Luxury Hotel | Outskirts of North West London

Smyth & Co are proud to represent one of the UK’s most prestigious luxury hotels in their search for an exceptional Senior Sous Chef to join their flagship property on the outskirts of North West London.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to step into a senior role within a world-class culinary operation. The hotel features a vibrant, theatre-style restaurant — an open-kitchen concept with live cooking stations offering modern Asian, rustic Italian, seafood, robata-grilled meats, vegan dishes, and seasonal salads.

The restaurant emphasizes quality and seasonality, sourcing ingredients locally, including from the hotel’s own kitchen garden.

The Role

As Senior Sous Chef, you will be a key leader in a high-volume kitchen (serving over 300 covers per service). The restaurant operates for breakfast and dinner throughout the week, with lunch service added from Friday to Sunday, demanding creativity, energy, and precise execution.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will help maintain standards, contribute to menu innovation, and support daily kitchen operations. You will also mentor junior chefs, fostering a culture of learning, excellence, and passion.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a similar senior role within a high-end, fast-paced, and creative kitchen
• Strong leadership skills to train, mentor, and motivate a team
• Broad knowledge of international cuisines and modern techniques
• Flexible shifts and a collaborative, hands-on approach

What’s Offered

• Salary: £56,000–£59,000
• Opportunity to work in a highly respected 5-star hotel with innovative food philosophy
• Access to fresh ingredients, including those grown on-site
• Dynamic open kitchen environment encouraging creativity
• Chance to lead and inspire a passionate culinary team

If you're ready to advance your career and lead in one of the most exciting kitchens in the country, we want to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, contact Smyth & Co.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Restaurants, Hotels, Motels