Senior Sous Chef - Lead a Creative, High-Volume Kitchen

Richmond Harbour Hotel; London Borough of Richmond upon Thames; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Parking on site

Stylish Harbour Hotels uniform

Complimentary meals on duty

Excellent career progression

Bespoke career development pathways

Ongoing training and internal promo

Exclusive hotel stays and F&B-discount

Employee benefits platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Harbour Hotels is seeking a passionate Senior Sous Chef to join our busy kitchen and lead a team of talented chefs across our Harbour Hotels group. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional dishes, maintain quality, and manage the kitchen during their absence.

We value creativity, leadership, and hands-on excellence in a high-volume, high-standards environment. A competitive salary and clear progression prospects await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience at Junior Sous Chef or Sous Chef level.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage a busy kitchen independently.
• Passion for fresh food and quality ingredients.
• Sound knowledge of food cost management and FCOS targets.
• Understanding of current food hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to perform under pressure.
• Proactive attitude and enthusiasm for developing self and others.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in overseeing the daily kitchen operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient service.
• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team, creating a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Take full responsibility for running the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food preparation, presentation and consistency.
• Monitor and manage food costs, stock control and wastage to achieve agreed financial targets.
• Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, health and safety legislation, including kitchen risk assessments.
• Assist with menu development, bringing creativity, fresh ideas and a passion for quality ingredients.
• Support the training and development of junior chefs, helping to build a strong and motivated team.

Skills

Leadership

Food cost management

Health & safety

Attention to detail

Team development

Fresh food passion

High-volume kitchen

Job description

Harbour Hotels is seeking a passionate Senior Sous Chef to join our busy kitchen and lead a team of talented chefs across our Harbour Hotels group. You will work closely with the Head Chef to deliver exceptional dishes, maintain quality, and manage the kitchen during their absence.

We value creativity, leadership, and hands-on excellence in a high-volume, high-standards environment. A competitive salary and clear progression prospects await the right candidate.