Sous Chef

LGH Hotel Management Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality management company in London is looking for a skilled Sous Chef. You will support the Head Chef in kitchen management, menu creation, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has experience in high-quality culinary settings and a passion for modern cuisine. Join a team dedicated to excellence in the hospitality industry with numerous benefits including discounts and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Employee discounts on hotel rates

Shopping discounts

Eye care

Free meals on duty

Counseling sessions

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a premium or lifestyle hospitality setting.
• A passion for modern, seasonal cuisine and a flair for presentation.
• Calm, organized, and solutions-focused under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and lead service during busy periods.
• Support the Head Chef in menu planning, costing, and stock control.
• Train, mentor, and motivate junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Culinary presentation

Organizational skills

Education

Culinary qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 2/3)

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity

As Sous Chef, you’ll be the right hand to the Head Chef — leading the kitchen team, inspiring excellence, and ensuring every dish is delivered with flair and precision. You’ll play a key role in shaping menus, mentoring junior chefs, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and lead service during busy periods
• Support the Head Chef in menu planning, costing, and stock control
• Train, mentor, and motivate junior kitchen staff
• Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and portion control across all dishes
• Maintain strict food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen protocols
• Collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our Best Western hotel portfolio.
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a premium or lifestyle hospitality setting
• A passion for modern, seasonal cuisine and a flair for presentation
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Calm, organised, and solutions-focused under pressure
• Culinary qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent) are a plus

Hotel

St Martins Lane London and Sanderson London are part of Morgans Originals, a brand of unique lifestyle hotels. They combine elegance with a touch of chaos, creating an unexpected and bold experience.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.