Sous Chef

Kitchen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant hotel kitchen in Greater London is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead their culinary team. You'll manage daily kitchen operations, drive service excellence, and foster a positive team spirit while innovating menu offerings. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in fast-paced kitchens, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to food safety standards. Be part of a creative environment where every dish tells a story, reflecting local flavors and traditions.

Benefits

Pension with company contributions

50% discount in restaurants and Spa treatments

Extensive employee benefits

Complimentary stay after probation

Access to private medical insurance

Free meals on duty

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong technical skills across all sections.
• Ability to lead a team with empathy, energy, and clarity.
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP, COSHH, and allergen procedures.
• Commercial awareness about food costs and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Head Chef in managing day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Take the lead on the pass and ensure outstanding dish delivery.
• Train and support junior chefs, fostering a positive team spirit.
• Control stock and costs to meet budget and sustainability goals.
• Contribute to menu development reflecting local story and brand standards.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Food hygiene knowledge

Technical cooking skills

Efficiency awareness

Job description

Stir up something unforgettable. Lead with skill. Cook with soul.

At Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd’s Bush, our kitchen reflects the creativity of our neighbourhood: bold, vibrant, and full of flavour. As Sous Chef, you’ll be the driving force behind every service, leading our brigade with confidence, energy, and attention to detail. If you love developing people as much as perfecting a plate, this is your next step. So come join our pre-opening team, as we get ready to open our doors!

What’s Our Story?

Hotel Indigo celebrates the individuality of the communities we serve, and here in Shepherd’s Bush, that means celebrating music, creativity, and cultural flair. In the kitchen, we champion local ingredients, expressive flavours, and dishes that feel personal. As Sous Chef, you’ll bring the technical knowledge, people leadership, and consistency that holds the whole team together.

Here’s what you can look forward to as our Sous Chef:

Annual Salary: £35,800

• Pension with company contributions
• 50% discount in all our restaurants and Spa treatments across our properties
• Team member and Friends & Family rates across our properties
• IHG Employee rate across 6000 hotels globally
• Complimentary stay after passing probation
• Access to private medical insurance
• Extensive employee benefits and discounts
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 online GP, mental health & wellbeing support
• World-class training, apprenticeships and management development programmes
• Bike to work scheme
• Free meals on duty
• Recommend a Friend’ incentive
• Social and community-focused initiatives and events

A Day in Your Neighbourhood

• Lead the brigade – Support the Executive Head Chef in managing day-to-day kitchen operations, including briefings, prep schedules, and team organisation.
• Drive service – Take the lead on the pass, maintain momentum, and deliver consistently outstanding dishes every time.
• Develop the team – Train and support junior chefs, create a culture of learning and excellence, and nurture a positive team spirit on every shift.
• Control stock & costs – Support purchasing, stock rotation, portion control, and waste reduction to hit budget and sustainability goals.
• Innovate and inspire – Contribute to menu development and daily specials that reflect our local story, seasonal ingredients, and brand standards.
• Champion safety – Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, allergen awareness, and food safety compliance at all times.

What’s Your Story?

You’re a confident and creative leader with a calm head and high standards. To shine in this Sous Chef role, you’ll bring:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen
• Strong technical skills across all sections
• Ability to lead a team with empathy, energy and clarity
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP, COSHH and allergen procedures
• Commercial awareness, understanding how to manage food costs and drive efficiency
• Flexibility to work a rota including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• A passion for hospitality and a hunger to grow within a collaborative kitchen team

If you're ready to lead a kitchen where creativity meets precision, and every dish tells a story, we’d love to hear yours. Join us as Sous Chef at Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd’s Bush, and help shape a culinary experience as bold and individual as our neighbourhood.