Sous Chef - Chinese Cuisine

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Sous Chef at a prestigious hotel opening in 2024. This role offers the chance to work with high-end Chinese cuisine, leading a dynamic culinary team in a vibrant environment. Enjoy generous benefits, including complimentary hotel stays, discounts, and continuous learning opportunities. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will shape the future of hospitality. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and leadership, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

12 complimentary nights at Hyatt Hotels

Discounted hotel stays for family and friends

Complimentary uniform provided

Headspace membership

50% discount on food and beverages

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-end Chinese cuisine with strong leadership skills.
• Ability to train and develop culinary team members.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily operations for lunch and dinner.
• Ensure all dishes meet high standards of quality and presentation.
• Enforce hygiene and sanitation standards.

Skills

Chinese Cuisine

Leadership

Team Management

Food Trends Knowledge

Job description

Sous Chef - Chinese Cuisine

Park Hyatt Park Hyatt London River Thames GB - ENG - LondonCulinaryEntry Level ManagerFull-timeReq ID: LON005829Local

Summary

About Park Hyatt London River Thames

Opening 2024, Park Hyatt London River Thames offers 203 spacious and comfortable rooms, including two ambassador suites and a presidential suite. With stunning city and river views, signature Charlie Whinney pieces, and a convenient location in the heart of London, the hotel is an ideal launchpad to explore the city, with nearby attractions including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Kings Road. The hotel will boast exquisite dining options, state-of-the-art events space and an indulgent spa with relaxation lounges, nail salon, spa rooms and indoor pool.

Duties and responsibilities related to the Sous Chef role

Provide support to the Head Chef in daily restaurant operations which operates for lunch and dinner.

Assume responsibility for managing shifts ensuring smooth functioning and maintaining quality standards.

Train, coach, motivate, and develop team members to enhance their skills and performance.

Assist in the recruitment and selection process of new team members, contributing to building a strong culinary team.

Ensure that all dishes meet very high standards and align with company expectations for taste, presentation, and quality.

Enforce strict adherence to hygiene and sanitation standards

About you

Proven track record and experience in high-end Chinese cuisine is desired, demonstrating strong leadership and management skills to motivate and inspire a team. Excellent knowledge of food trends, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits of the Sous Chef role include

12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!

Uniform provided and laundered complimentary

Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme

50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels

Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

At Hyatt ‘We care for people so they can be their best’. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever-growing Hyatt family which has 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and is recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you.We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.

Next Steps: Apply today for this Sous Chef role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels!