Senior Sous Chef - Seabird

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

TRONC included

28 days holiday

Health plan

Free night stay at The Hoxton

Meal on shift

Staff discounts

Job summary

The Hoxton, Southwark, is seeking a passionate Senior Sous Chef to lead the Seabird kitchen team and drive excellence in dining experiences with a focus on quality, consistency and creativity. You will manage kitchen sections, mentor staff and ensure flawless service across a dynamic urban restaurant environment.

Reporting to the Head Chef, you will collaborate on menu ideas, supervise daily operations, and step in during the Head Chef’s absence to maintain standards and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Leads kitchen teams with a focus on delivering high-quality dishes.
• Ensures strict food safety and hygiene standards.
• Mentors and develops junior staff to reach potential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the running of kitchen sections and fill in as needed.
• Nurture and develop the talent of the kitchen team to bring out their best.
• Ensure smooth service, orders and deliveries are timely and accurate, upholding hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with Head Chef on ideas to keep the kitchen creative and evolving.
• In Head Chef's absence, lead the kitchen to maintain operation.
• Pay attention to detail to ensure every dish is outstanding.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Plating & presentation

Mentoring

Positive attitude

Job description

We are looking for a passionate Senior Sous Chef to lead the team in our Seabirdrestaurant at The Hoxton, Southwark.

The Hoxton, Southwark, the third Hoxton in our hometown of London. This London borough is known for its colourful history. Right here is where famous London pub The Prince Albert once stood. Patrons would bet on sport from their barstool, handing fistfuls of cash to the pub’s very own licensed bookie! We have 192 bedrooms, 2 restaurants- Albie & Seabird and our first Working From_ location not just in London but Europe! Albie is our all-day neighbourhood dining spot, drawing inspiration from the French and Italian Riviera. Seabird is our rooftop restaurant on the 14th floor, boasting an impressive raw bar, London’s longest oyster list and panoramic views of the city.

Job Description

What you'll do...

• Bring delicious menu options to our guests’ tables by overseeing the running of the different sections and running where necessary.
• Nurture and develop the talent of the kitchen team, creating an environment that brings out the best in them and where they can be themselves
• Make sure things are running without hitch, orders and deliveries are coming and going as needed, our service is smooth as chipotle butter, and our food hygiene standards are sky-high
• Work with our Head Chef on ideas and techniques that make our kitchen a creative, ever-changing environment where we’re always looking to make the best food out there
• In the absence of the Head Chef, you will act in their place to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen.
• Pay attention to the details to ensure every dish served is as delicious as the one before!

Qualifications

What we're looking for...

• Previous experience working as part of a kitchen team in a similar sized restaurant
• Passion for fresh ingredients and strong flavours
• Individuals. You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here
• You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience
• You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get things done
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
• If we got stuck in a lift together we’d have a good time and share a few laughs
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way

Additional Information

What's in it for you..

• Competitive salary including TRONC
• up to 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension, and life insurance.
• A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing
• It’s ok not to be Ok, we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders
• Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners
• Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us
• Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift
• Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!)
• Free night at The Hoxton every year and something a little extra £££ when you hit the big milestones!
• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands
• Training to get you settled into your role, learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make and thrive at work
• Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities
• Regular team get togethers, from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties – we know how to have a good time!
• Enhanced family leave for when you’re expanding your family
• An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact.