Sous Chef

The Roof Gardens; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Celebrate you day

Paid volunteering day

50% dining discount

Refer a Friend up to £1,000

Uniform and dry cleaning provided

Wagestream access

Well-being support (EAP)

Job summary

The Roof Gardens in Kensington is seeking a Sous Chef with in depth knowledge of Italian cuisine to join our busy kitchen. This permanent role offers growth, a competitive salary up to £53,000 per year, and a vibrant team focused on quality produce.

You'll lead kitchen operations, manage menus and costs, and drive standards in food safety while nurturing a collaborative, creative environment within our renowned venue above London.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Italian cuisine.
• Thrives in a busy kitchen environment.
• Passion for high-quality produce, drive, creativity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: direct the food prep, create recipes and costings, ensure high standards.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and lead teams while maintaining budgets.
• Procurement and stock: manage food ordering, inventory and supplier relationships.
• Team Management: schedule, train and develop chefs of all levels.
• Menu Development: create menus and concepts aligned with area and budget.
• Compliance and Safety: uphold food hygiene and regulatory standards.
• Maintain profitability through cost controls and quality.

Skills

Italian cuisine

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Job description

Contract: Permanent
Salary: Competitive Per annum

Sous Chef | 45 Hour Contract | Up to £53,000 | Kensington

THE ROOF GARDENS

The Roof Gardens is a social club in the sky, 100 feet above the streets of Kensington. Close to an acre of private gardens with views across London to the horizon, The Roof Gardens is a new generation members club.

A place of escape, bursting with wildflowers, olive and mulberry trees, grassy lawns and hidden nooks. An Art Deco gem created in 1938, The Roof Gardens has a legendary legacy. The Roof Gardens’ community is united by open-mindedness, optimism and kindness, not defined by background.

The Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Sous Chef with in depth knoweldege of Italian cuisine!

If you are someone who thrives in a busy atmosphere, can handle the pressure of a thriving kitchen, has passion for incredible produce, drive, creativity and attention-to-detail then this exciting role is the perfect job for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Control and direct the food preparation process. Create accurate recipes, menus, and costings. Ensure food is delivered to high standards within set timeframes.
• Kitchen Operations: Oversee daily kitchen operations to direct teams and maintain or increase profit margins on food.
• Procurement: Utilise procurement systems for food ordering and time & attendance monitoring. Determine food inventory needs, stock, and place orders.
• Team Management: Manage and work closely with chefs of all levels. Accurately schedule team members based on business levels and budget constraints. Train and manage your team in line with company culture.
• Menu Development: Produce menus, concepts, and new dishes relevant to your area. Monitor and maintain the budgeted food cost, seeking ways to improve profitability.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure the kitchen meets all regulations regarding sanitary and food safety guidelines, uphold expected food hygiene practices in line with statutory and company standards
• Competitive salary above market rate
• 28 days holiday,plus an extra ‘celebrate you day’ & a paid voluteering day (increasing up to 33 days with each year of continuous service)
• 50% discount when dining in our restaurants
• Recognition vouchers awarded when your efforts are acknowledged by members
• Generous 'Refer a Friend' scheme up to £1,000
• Team socials to celebrate our successes
• Uniform and dry cleaning provided
• Access to Wagestream for financial well-being support
• 24/7 confidential well-being and mental health support via our Employee Assistance Program
• Growth opportunities, both personally and professionally
• Breakout spaces with showers, secure storage, and areas to relax with colleagues
• Company pension scheme
• Access to Hospitality Action benefits hub including eye Test vouchers

We are a community united by attitude, curiosity and optimism, not defined by background. We celebrate individuality and free expression. It doesn't matter where you have come from, it's where you are going. The Roof Gardens is a welcoming place of acceptance where growth is nurtured, experiences are shared, stories are exchanged and ideas are born.

If you’d like to join us on the next chapter of The Roof Gardens, we’d love to hear from you.