Sous Chef

Hyatt Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality brand is seeking a passionate Sous Chef for its NYnLON bistro at the Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars. The ideal candidate will support the Head Chef, manage kitchen shifts, and ensure high-quality dish preparation while maintaining strict hygiene standards. This role offers opportunities for growth and learning within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels

Discounted hotel stays for you and family/friends

Free meals on duty

50% discount on food and beverages

Complimentary uniform provided

Headspace membership

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate and experienced chef who thrives in dynamic kitchen environments.
• Ability to lead by example and support team development.
• Pride in maintaining strict hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef in day-to-day running of the restaurant.
• Running shifts in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Training and developing team members.
• Ensuring high standards in dishes prepared.

Skills

Dynamic kitchen environment experience

High-quality dish delivery

Team leadership

Hygiene standards compliance

Job description

Overview

Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars is located directly outside Blackfriars station, a few minutes away from Bank and is a short stroll from St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Tate Modern and South Bank. The Grade II-listed five-star hotel is steeped in regal history, residing on the former grounds of King Henry VIII's Bridewell Palace. The hotel offers 205 stylish guest rooms and suites, 4 meeting spaces, 1 restaurant and 1 signature bar.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head Chef in the day to day running of the restaurant
• Running shifts in the absence of the head chef
• Training, coaching, motivating and developing team members
• Assisting in the recruitment and selection of new team members
• Ensuring dishes are of a very high standard and in line with company expectations
• To ensure hygiene and sanitation are strictly observed in line with hotel HACCP manual and that equipment and utensils are handled, maintained and used correctly

About You

You are a passionate and experienced chef who thrives in dynamic kitchen environments and enjoys leading by example. You take pride in delivering high-quality dishes while maintaining strict hygiene standards. With a collaborative spirit, you support and develop your team to achieve excellence. You’re excited to grow within a global hospitality brand that values creativity, integrity, and care.

Benefits

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
• Free meals on duty
• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
• Uniform provided and laundered complimentary
• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

About NYnLON, at Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars

NYnLON is a local bistro inspired by friendships and a love of New York and London neighbourhoods, set within an upscale and laid‑back design that is influenced by sustainable and natural wines. You will find comfort food recipes from New York and London. Our concept is all about those meaningful moments and food stories told around the table as we celebrate the charm and local traditions rich with the heritage and influences of these two great cities.

Join Our Team

At Hyatt ‘We care for people so they can be their best’. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever‑growing Hyatt family which has 1250 hotels in over 76 countries and is recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.

Next Steps

Apply today for this Sous Chef role and start your journey with NYnLON at Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars!