Sous Chef – Lead a Creative Fresh-Food Kitchen

Sutton 1079; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free hotel breaks

Salary sacrifice schemes

Enhanced parental leave

Learning & Development

Wellbeing support

Meals on duty

Job summary

The Athenaeum, part of Sutton 1079, seeks a proactive Sous Chef for its luxury London hotel kitchen. You will lead a busy, fresh-food-focused team, prioritise aesthetic plating and deliver memorable dining experiences for guests. This role requires strong leadership, cost awareness and a commitment to safety and quality.

You will mentor staff, manage ordering and contribute to menu development across diverse cuisines within a luxury hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef in busy, fresh-food-focused restaurants.
• Strong leadership to mentor and build a cohesive team.
• Solid understanding of costing, ordering and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and ensure high standards of plating and presentation.
• Mentor, develop and retain a close-knit culinary team.
• Oversee ordering, stock control and adherence to food safety protocols.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Financial awareness

Food Safety & HACCP

Menu planning

Job description

The Athenaeum, part of Sutton 1079, seeks a proactive Sous Chef for its luxury London hotel kitchen. You will lead a busy, fresh-food-focused team, prioritise aesthetic plating and deliver memorable dining experiences for guests. This role requires strong leadership, cost awareness and a commitment to safety and quality.

You will mentor staff, manage ordering and contribute to menu development across diverse cuisines within a luxury hospitality setting.