Sous Chef

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in the UK is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support kitchen operations. Key responsibilities include menu planning, overseeing food preparation, and ensuring high presentation quality. Ideal candidates bring strong leadership skills and commitment to culinary excellence. Benefits include 12 complimentary nights at Hyatt globally, discounted stays, and continuous career development opportunities. Join a diverse team that values individuality and hospitality beyond a mere job.

Benefits

12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

Discounted hotel stays for family and friends

Free meals on duty

Complimentary uniform laundering

Headspace membership

50% discount on food and beverages

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen or hotel.
• Commitment to high standards of food quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Contribute to menu planning and culinary standards.
• Maintain a safe and clean kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational abilities

Culinary skills

Job description

Hotel Overview

Hyatt Regency London Olympia will be part of a major redevelopment project transforming Olympia, London's historic convention centre rebuilt in 1873, into a comprehensive convention, entertainment, and cultural district in West London. Anchored by the iconic glass barrel‑vaulted roofs of the Grand and National Halls, the new 14‑acre site will feature a boutique multi‑screen arthouse cinema, a 4,000‑capacity music and performing arts venue, a 1,500‑seat theatre, a rooftop sky garden, as well as restaurants, shops, cafés, and office and co‑working spaces.

Hyatt Regency London Olympia will offer 204 rooms, a bar and restaurant, a lobby lounge, three meeting rooms and direct connectivity to the London Olympia Convention Centre.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support senior chefs in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Contribute to menu planning, recipe development, and the implementation of culinary standards.
• Lead by example, managing and motivating the team to maintain smooth and organised operations.
• Oversee food preparation and plating to ensure consistency, portion control, and adherence to recipes.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet service requirements and enhance guest satisfaction.

About You

You will have proven experience as a Sous Chef in a hotel or high‑volume kitchen. A skilled culinary professional, you bring strong leadership and organisational abilities, along with a commitment to upholding the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.

Benefits

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

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 1150 hotels in over 70 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 Hyatt Hotels!