Sous Chef - Fast-Paced Hotel Kitchen, Seasonal Menus

Imperial Hotels London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Uniform & dry-cleaning

Training courses (internal & external)

Employee recognition & awards

Season Ticket Loan / Travelcard Loan

Employee discounts (hotels & dining)

Early Pay option

Shopping discounts

Nursery scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Imperial Hotels London is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our kitchen team in central London. You will help craft memorable dining experiences, maintain consistent food quality, and ensure HACCP adherence across all stages of food production while collaborating with the Head Chef on seasonal menus.

You will also assist in managing food costs, reducing wastage, and supporting daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, team-driven environment near Bloomsbury.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience as a Sous Chef in the hotel industry
• Level 3 Supervising Food & Safety qualification or similar
• Stock taking experience
• Experience in a busy, large-scale operation under pressure
• Experience in complying with Health & Safety requirements
• Strong foundation in cooking techniques
• Team‑oriented attitude
• Creative flair for presentation
• Eye for perfection
• Willingness to work varied shifts (early mornings, evenings, weekends)

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present well-balanced meals and specialised dishes to high quality while considering dietary needs
• Use appropriate cooking and presentation methods to maintain high standards of service
• Conduct quality checks on goods received to ensure legal and quality standards are met
• Collaborate with Head Chef to develop seasonal menus
• Manage food costs and minimise wastage
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and staff coordination

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Food & Safety cert

Stock taking

Health & Safety

Cooking techniques

Teamwork

Creative plating

Attention to detail

Flexible shifts

Job description

Imperial Hotels London is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our kitchen team in central London. You will help craft memorable dining experiences, maintain consistent food quality, and ensure HACCP adherence across all stages of food production while collaborating with the Head Chef on seasonal menus.

You will also assist in managing food costs, reducing wastage, and supporting daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, team-driven environment near Bloomsbury.