Sous Chef – Chets

The Hoxton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + TRONC scheme

28 days holidays incl bank holidays

Health cash plan

Confidential wellbeing hotline

Free night & meal on start

Staff discounts across Ennismore

Training & development programs

Volunteer time off

Job summary

The Hoxton Shepherd’s Bush is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join Chet’s team in West London. You will support the Head Chef in leading a large kitchen, developing staff talent, and ensuring smooth service with high hygiene standards.

You’ll contribute to a creative, evolving menu and drive standards while fostering a motivated team that delivers exceptional guest experiences. A strong hospitality passion is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as a Sous Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Proven track record managing large kitchen teams.
• Creative approach while upholding brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in leading a large, dynamic kitchen team.
• Nurture and develop the talent of the kitchen team to bring out their best.
• Ensure smooth service with on-time orders and deliveries and high food hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef on new ideas and techniques for a creative, evolving menu.
• Drive standards and find efficient solutions while maintaining menu integrity.
• Lead by example to create a positive, empowered team culture for guest and staff experiences.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen ops

Creativity

Hospitality passion

Proven track record

Job description

Company Description

We are looking for a experience Sous Chef to join the Chet's team. The Hoxton Shepherd’s Bush is our fourth London Hoxton and located in the heart of Shepherd’s Bush, in the beating heart of an eclectic and diverse neighbourhood, with 237 playfully designed bedrooms and an all-day restaurant - Chet’s serving Thai American comfort food. Featuring a large open lobby with vintage seating and cosy corners, 237 bedrooms of different sizes, as well as a central wraparound bar and terrace, The Hoxton Shepherd’s Bush is perfectly located for exploring West London. Chet’s: A Thai-Americana spot combining the fragrant flavours and smoky textures of Thailand and the surrounding region with comforts from the classic American diner in the heart of Shepherd’s Bush.

Job Description

What you’ll do…

• Support the Head Chef in leading a large, dynamic kitchen team
• Nurture and develop the talent of the kitchen team, creating an environment that brings out the best in them and where they can be themselves
• Make sure things are running without hitch, orders and deliveries are coming and going as needed, our service is smooth as chipotle butter, and our food hygiene standards are sky-high
• Work with our Head Chef on ideas and techniques that make our kitchen a creative, ever-changing environment where we’re always looking to make the best food out there
• Think outside the box and drive standards, always striving to find efficient solutions whilst maintaining the quality and integrity of the menu
• Both guest and team experience will be at the heart of all you do. You’ll lead your team by example, keeping them involved and motivated; helping them feel empowered and supported, confident in providing top Hox experiences for our guests and comfortable turning to you with questions

Qualifications

What we’re looking for…

• 2+ years’ experience as a Sous Chef in a busy, bustling environment with freshness and provenance of ingredients as a key priority
• Proven track record managing large kitchen teams
• A true passion for creativity whilst maintaining the integrity of our brand standards through the dishes on the menu
• A natural at leading and managing others, you lead by example and create an environment where your team can be their best self
• Individuals. You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here
• Passion for hospitality – whether that’s a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night
• You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience
• You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get stuff done
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way

Additional Information

What’s in it for you…

• Competitive salary + participation in the TRONC scheme
• 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension, and life insurance.
• A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing
• It’s ok not to be Ok, we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders
• Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners
• Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us
• Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift
• Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!)
• Free night at The Hoxton every year and something a little extra £££ when you hit the big milestones!
• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands
• Training to get you settled into your role, learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make and thrive at work
• Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities
• Regular team get togethers, from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties – we know how to have a good time!
• Enhanced family leave for when you’re expanding your family
• An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact.