Sous Chef

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Central London is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join a talented team. In this role, you will support the Head Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences, mentor kitchen staff, and oversee menu development. The ideal candidate must have previous hotel experience and be able to commute daily to Central London. Great benefits include a competitive salary and various perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Share of tips

Free uniform cleaning

Free meals on duty

Discounted room rates

Discounted food & beverage

Team social events

Pension Scheme

Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous hotel experience required.
• Ability to mentor and develop chefs of all levels.
• Strong background in high-volume kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Deliver exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced environment.
• Champion consistency, quality, and innovation across culinary offerings.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary creativity

Cost control

Menu development

High standards of hygiene

Job description

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Role: Sous Chef

Location: London

Salary / Rate of pay: £38,613 per annum



Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with one of central London’s most iconic and historic hotels, and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef to join their team.



What’s in it for you?

* Competitive salary
* Share of tips
* Free uniform cleaning
* Free meals on duty
* Discounted room rates for you, your friends & family
* Discounted F&B for you, your friends & family
* Team social events
* Refer a friend scheme
* Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan
* Training and development opportunities
* And many more…



Package

* £38,613 per annum



Why choose our Client?

Our client is a prestigious hotel in Central London, with great transport links, generous company benefits, and a supportive leadership team that values your growth and input.

As Sous Chef, you will work as part of a large, talented kitchen team that caters for approximately 400-500 covers at breakfast, afternoon tea for approximately 50 covers, the staff canteen which caters for approximately 100 covers per day, as well as lunch and dinner operations in the main restaurant. The hotel also has the capability to cater for private dining of up to 40 covers.

Please note, staff live in accommodation is not available with this role therefore, applicants should only apply for this role if they are able to commute to Central London on a daily basis.



What’s involved?

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment that blends timeless tradition with modern hospitality.

Working alongside a talented Head Chef and a dynamic kitchen brigade, you’ll bring energy, vision, and leadership to a team that serves a diverse clientele from across the globe and will play an active role in menu development, cost control, and operational planning.

The Sous Chef will support the Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen, champion consistency, quality, and innovation across all culinary offerings. You will mentor and develop chefs of all levels, supporting their growth and progression whilst ensuring high standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance across the department are maintained at all times.

The ideal Sous Chef will have previous hotel experience.

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to be part of a thriving hotel with a rich heritage and an exciting future.

Please note, staff live in accommodation is not available with this role therefore, applicants should only apply for this role if they are able to commute to Central London on a daily basis.



Sound like the role for you? Then we would love to hear from you!

Click Apply Now and one of the team will in touch to discuss this Sous Chef role in London.



Don’t forget to speak to your consultant about our “Recommend a Friend” referral scheme and find out how you could earn up to £250 per recommendation.

Consultant: Tania Varley

Job Number: 933507 / INDCHEFS

Job Role: Sous Chef

Location: London

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.