Senior Sous Chef – Seabird

The Hoxton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Pension

Life insurance

Free night at The Hoxton

Free meal for two

Staff discounts

Annual leave and wellbeing perks

Job summary

The Hoxton, Southwark is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead the Seabird kitchen team. You’ll oversee running of sections, mentor the team, ensure smooth service, and collaborate with the Head Chef on creative ideas.

In the Head Chef’s absence you’ll keep operations on track and maintain high food hygiene standards. We value team players who embrace a lively, friendly culture, love fresh ingredients, bold flavours, and keeping guests delighted with every dish.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen within a similar sized restaurant.
• Passion for fresh ingredients and bold flavours.
• Positive, flexible, and team-focused attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee running of the kitchen sections and step in where needed to ensure service runs smoothly.
• Nurture and develop the talent of the kitchen team, creating a supportive environment.
• Ensure orders/deliveries are managed efficiently and hygiene standards are high.
• Collaborate with Head Chef on new ideas and techniques for a creative, evolving kitchen.
• In absence of Head Chef, act to maintain smooth operation of the kitchen.
• Pay attention to detail to ensure every dish is consistently delicious.

Skills

Team leadership

Passion for fresh ingredients

Positive attitude

Adaptability

Job description

Company Description

We are looking for a passionate Senior Sous Chef to lead the team in our Seabird restaurant 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

• 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.