Sous Chef

The Soho Hotel; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned luxury hotel in London seeks a talented Sous Chef to lead their culinary team. You will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation. The ideal candidate has proven experience and a passion for creating innovative dishes. This position offers an annual salary up to £51,000 and various employee benefits including flexible scheduling and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual salary up to £51,000

Health cash plan

Discounted cinema tickets

Complimentary meals on shift

Flexible scheduling

Enhanced holiday allowance

Ongoing training and development

Exclusive discounts at partner establishments

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• In-depth knowledge of food preparation and culinary techniques.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead, inspire, and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the kitchen team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.
• Oversee kitchen operations to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef in menu planning and development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Food preparation

Culinary techniques

Leadership

Organizational skills

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Firmdale Hotels is renowned for its
exceptional hospitality, unique design, and luxurious accommodations. We pride
ourselves on creating memorable experiences for our guests in a warm and
welcoming environment. Our award-winning hotels are located in the heart of
vibrant cities, and The Soho Hotel is a shining example of our commitment to
excellence.

We have an exciting opportunity for a
talented and passionate Sous Chef to join our esteemed culinary team at The
Soho Hotel. As a Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in leading and
developing our kitchen team, ensuring that each dish meets our high standards
of quality and presentation.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the kitchen team to deliver exceptional culinary
  experiences.
• Oversee kitchen operations to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef in menu planning and development.
• Ensure meticulous attention to detail in food preparation and presentation.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.

What you Need:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• In-depth knowledge of food preparation and culinary techniques.
• A passion for creating innovative and delicious dishes.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead, inspire, and develop a team.
• A collaborative spirit and the ability to work effectively within a
  team.

What
We Offer:

• Annual salary of up to £51,000 inclusive of service charge.
• Access to Wagestream our
  financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day,
  benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
• Health cash
  plan(including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative
  and complementary therapies)
• Discounted cinema tickets,
  gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
• Complimentary meals on shift
  
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending
  top talent
• Flexible scheduling without
  split shifts
• Dry cleaning service for
  work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
• Enhanced holiday allowance
  based on length of service
• Season ticket loan for
  convenient commuting
• Ongoing training, professional
  development, and fully funded English lessons
• Regular social events, team
  activities, and fitness sessions
• Benefits like cycle to work
  scheme and annual long service awards
• Exclusive discounts at
  Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
• And much more!!

Why join Firmdale Hotels?

Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning
group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York.
World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels
are trailblazers in hospitality and design.

We are delighted to have been recognised by the
hospitalityand travel industries for the great work our teams have
achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:

• Proud winners of
  The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025
• The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for
  outstanding contribution to International Trade
• Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen –
  Cateys 2024
• Food & Beverage Manager of the
  Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie
  Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel –
  One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
• Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for
  Culinary Excellence 2025
• Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award
  2025
• Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel,
  Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024
• Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for
  Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA
  Breakfast Award
• Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for
  Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
• Warren Street Hotel - Travel &
  Leisure ‘IT List’ best hotels in the world
• Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren
  Street - Michelin keys
• Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in
  London, The Times, 2024.

You can see a full list of our awards and accolades
here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/

Join us at The
Soho Hotel and be part of a team that values excellence, creativity, and a
genuine passion for hospitality. Apply now to start your journey with Firmdale
Hotels!

Firmdale Hotels
welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive
workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment
process.

In line with the Asylum and
Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to
live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at
interview stage..