Sous Chef | Flexible Hours & Development

4C Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Staff accommodation rates across UK

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Technology Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Referral Bonus Scheme

Workplace pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Eyecare vouchers

Continuous Learning & Development

Recognition Programme

Social events

Free Meals on Duty

Job summary

The Westin London City is seeking a capable Sous Chef to lead kitchen sections, uphold quality standards, and support the Head Chef in daily operations. The role demands strong teamwork and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences in a luxury hotel environment.

You will contribute to a busy kitchen, ensuring safety, hygiene, and efficiency across breakfast, à la carte, bar and banquet services, while supporting ongoing training and development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of people management, collaboration, innovation and the ability to motivate a brigade of chefs.
• Ability to review business levels and undertake ordering and staffing in line with business requirements.
• Adherence to the company’s rules and regulations on fire, hygiene, health & safety and licensing regulations.
• Ability to manage various sections of the kitchen, whilst ensuring health & safety standards are met.
• Flexible in approach, and able to assist all members of the kitchen brigade when required.
• Passion for food and willingness to learn.
• Previous experience in a similar role, at either Chef de Partie or Sous Chef level.
• Understanding of quality control and kitchen standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage various sections of the kitchen and ensure standards are achieved.
• Assist with food ordering and admin tasks; deputise for Head Chef as needed.
• Work across breakfast, à la carte, bar and banquet operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen areas and stores.
• Enforce health, safety, and licensing regulations.

Skills

People management

Staffing & ordering

Health & safety

Team player

Quality control

Food knowledge

Job description

The Westin London City is seeking a capable Sous Chef to lead kitchen sections, uphold quality standards, and support the Head Chef in daily operations. The role demands strong teamwork and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences in a luxury hotel environment.

You will contribute to a busy kitchen, ensuring safety, hygiene, and efficiency across breakfast, à la carte, bar and banquet services, while supporting ongoing training and development.