Sous Chef

The Imperial London Hotels Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays 28-33

Training Academy

Holiday Purchase

Uniform dry-cleaning

Season Ticket Loan

Workplace Pension

F&B discounts

Drinks discount

Health Cash Plan

Local discounts

Early Pay

Shopping discounts

Salary sacrifice

Employee assistance

Job summary

The Imperial London Hotels Limited in Bloomsbury, London, seeks a skilled Sous Chef to act as second in command within our Arcus kitchen. You will work closely with the Head Chef to lead the brigade and uphold exceptional food standards across the operation.

You will manage day-to-day kitchen operations, supervise teams, support training, ensure food safety, and assist with menu preparation and cost control.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen as Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie.
• Confident team player with strong organisational skills.
• Passionate about food quality, consistency and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day management of kitchen operations.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Supervise kitchen teams and support training and development.
• Ensure food safety, cleanliness and stock procedures are followed.
• Assist with menu preparation, ordering and cost control.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Organisational skills

Food quality

Job description

About Us

This summer, we opened the doors to our fully re-imagined hotel, The Imperial – a new lifestyle offering within our portfolio. With 357 bedrooms, multiple dining venues, a workout studio. Arcus is the new destination rooftop bar - this will be a new beacon, bang in the heart of Bloomsbury, London.

Role:

Sous Chef – Arcus at The Imperial

Location:

Bloomsbury, London

About The Role

We’re looking for an experienced and confident Sous Chef to act as second in command within our kitchen operation. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef to lead the brigade, maintain exceptional food standards and support the smooth day‑to‑day running of the kitchen.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist with the day‑to‑day management of kitchen operations.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Supervise kitchen teams and support training and development.
• Ensure food safety, cleanliness and stock procedures are followed.
• Assist with menu preparation, ordering and cost control.

Who You Are

• Experienced in a professional kitchen environment as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie.
• A confident team player with strong organisational skills.
• Passionate about food quality, consistency and teamwork.

What’s In It For You

• 28 days holiday, rising to 33 with length of service (including bank holidays)
• Access to ILH Training Academy programmes, apprenticeships and supported study
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Complimentary uniform dry‑cleaning, plus discounted personal dry‑cleaning
• Interest‑free Season Ticket Loan
• Workplace Pension
• Team Member flat rate and 50% friends and family hotel discount
• 50% discount across ILH F&B outlets
• Discounted drinks at Blooms Café
• Employee‑funded Health Cash Plan
• Local Bloomsbury discounts
• Early Pay access
• Shopping discounts with selected retailers
• Salary sacrifice schemes including nursery care, cycle to work, and technology
• Access to mental health first‑aiders, wellbeing support and the Employee Assistance Programme