Sous Chef - Creative Kitchen Leader & Menu Innovator

DoubleTree by Hilton London Angel Kings Cross; London Borough of Enfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on meals

Learning & progression

Friends & family rates

Employee Assistance

Leisure Club access

Long service awards

Recognition awards

Refer a friend bonus

Annual events

Free parking

Uniform provided

Job summary

DoubleTree by Hilton London Angel Kings Cross is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team in London. You will assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, supervise junior staff, and ensure strict food safety and hygiene standards while contributing to menu planning and presentation.

The role requires creative thinking, strong kitchen leadership, and availability for varied shifts, including weekends, to support a busy hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Culinary qualification or equivalent experience.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Creative and solid understanding of kitchen operations, food costing, and hygiene standards.
• Availability to work various shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations.
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Contribute to menu planning and innovation.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation to high standards.
• Maintain inventory and manage the kitchen brigade to maintain a smooth service.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen operations

Food hygiene

Availability for weekends

Education

Culinary qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

DoubleTree by Hilton London Angel Kings Cross is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team in London. You will assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, supervise junior staff, and ensure strict food safety and hygiene standards while contributing to menu planning and presentation.

The role requires creative thinking, strong kitchen leadership, and availability for varied shifts, including weekends, to support a busy hotel environment.