Sous Chef

Riggs D.C; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 complimentary nights at Lore Group酒店

Lore Group Employee & Immediate Family

Lore Group Friend and Family Rates

50% Employee discount and 25% Friends/

Job summary

Sea Containers London invites applications for a Sous Chef role to join the Gordon Ramsay at Sea Containers team. You will work with the Head Chef to uphold high standards of quality, presentation and hygiene as the restaurant prepares for its opening on the River Thames.

The role emphasizes developing the kitchen brigade, supporting menu development with seasonal ingredients, and ensuring efficient, compliant operations during pre-opening and ongoing services.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen
• Leadership and team development experience
• Strong focus on food quality, presentation and hygiene
• Budgeting and cost-control knowledge

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in smooth kitchen operation
• Lead and motivate the kitchen brigade during service
• Maintain high standards of food quality, preparation and presentation
• Assist menu development with focus on seasonality
• Ensure food safety and hygiene compliance
• Contribute to pre-opening and launch activities

Job description

A lifestyle Hotel based on London’s eccentric South Bank. With 354 bedrooms, award-winning food and drink outlets and an electric energy, Sea Containers London is a destination where glamour meets brutalism – and it's your London anchor on the River Thames.Sous ChefWe’re excited to announce the opening of Gordon Ramsay at Sea Containers, a new dining destination created in partnership with Gordon Ramsay Restaurants Global.Set directly on the River Thames in the heart of London’s South Bank, Gordon Ramsay at Sea Containers brings together elevated British dining, exceptional hospitality and panoramic river views. Open from breakfast through to dinner, the restaurant celebrates the very best of British produce, from exceptional seafood and shellfish to Gordon Ramsay classics, alongside an expansive outdoor riverside terrace.This is a unique opportunity to join the team at an exciting moment and play a key role in bringing this new restaurant to life from the very beginning.The roleAs Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef and wider culinary leadership team to deliver consistently high standards across the kitchen. The Sous Chef will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation, maintaining exceptional food quality and presentation, and helping to lead, develop and inspire the kitchen brigade.The Sous Chef plays an important role in guiding the team through the transition to the new Gordon Ramsay restaurant, helping to establish the standards, culture and ways of working required for a successful launch.What you’ll be doingSupport the Head Chef in the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen.Lead and motivate the kitchen brigade during service.Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, preparation, presentation and hygiene.Support menu development and implementation, with a strong focus on seasonality and quality ingredients.Ensure excellent communication between all kitchen sections and the wider Food & Beverage team.Coach, develop and inspire junior chefs, helping them build their skills and careers.Monitor stock, waste, ordering and kitchen costs to support effective financial management.Ensure all food safety, health & safety and company standards are consistently followed.Contribute to the pre-opening and launch of Gordon Ramsay at Sea Containers.Salary: Competitive + benefitsAt Sea Containers London we are committed to giving our employees the skills and support required to deliver extraordinary experiences, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. On top of this we also like to offer our teams a wide range of benefits including:Guest experience including dinner and drinks6 complimentary nights a year at any Lore Group hotelLore Group Employee & Immediate Family RatesLore Group Friend and Family Rates50% Employee discount and 25% Friends and Family discount at over 800 partner hotels via Lore Discovery50% discount in Lore Group restaurants and barsDiscounts in our spa and cinemaContribution towards Health - Cash Plan2 days paid volunteering leave per yearLife AssuranceLength of service incentives (additional holiday)Bespoke training programmesFree meals on dutyIncentives such as Ride-to-Work and season ticket loanQuarterly employee award ceremony and company staff partiesEmployee assistance programmeLocation: London