Sous Chef - London

Royal Lancaster London Hotel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in London is looking for a Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team. In this role, you will manage daily operations, train junior chefs, and contribute to menu development that reflects local ingredients and creativity. The ideal candidate has experience in high-quality kitchens, strong leadership skills, and a passion for hospitality. This position offers a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits, including discounts across their properties and a focus on chef development.

Benefits

Annual salary of £35,800

Pension with company contributions

50% discount in restaurants

Employee Assistance Programme

World-class training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous in a high-quality kitchen.
• Strong technical skills across all sections.
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and allergen procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations.
• Take lead on the pass and maintain service momentum.
• Train and support junior chefs, fostering a culture of learning.

Skills

Leadership

Team training and development

Food hygiene knowledge

Menu development

Cost management

Job description

Sous Chef - London*

Stir up something unforgettable.

Lead with skill.

Cook with soul.

At Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd's Bush, our kitchen reflects the creativity of our neighbourhood: bold, vibrant, and full of flavour.

As Sous Chef, you'll be the driving force behind every service, leading our brigade with confidence, energy, and attention to detail. If you love developing people as much as perfecting a plate, this is your next step.

So come join our pre-opening team, as we get ready to open our doors!

What's Our Story?

Hotel Indigo celebrates the individuality of the communities we serve, and here in Shepherd's Bush, that means celebrating music, creativity, and cultural flair. In the kitchen, we champion local ingredients, expressive flavours, and dishes that feel personal.

As Sous Chef, you'll bring the technical knowledge, people leadership, and consistency that holds the whole team together.

Benefits

• Annual Salary : 35,800*
• Pension with company contributions
• 50% discount in all our restaurants and Spa treatments across our properties
• Team member and Friends & Family rates across our properties
• IHG Employee rate across 6000 hotels globally
• Complimentary stay after passing probation
• Access to private medical insurance
• Extensive employee benefits and discounts
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24 / 7 online GP, mental health & wellbeing support
• World-class training, apprenticeships and management development programmes
• Bike to work scheme
• Free meals on duty
• Recommend a Friend' incentive
• Social and community-focused initiatives and events
• A Day in Your Neighbourhood*

Responsibilities

• Lead the brigade* - Support the Executive Head Chef in managing day-to-day kitchen operations, including briefings, prep schedules, and team organisation.
• Drive service* - Take the lead on the pass, maintain momentum, and deliver consistently outstanding dishes every time.
• Develop the team* - Train and support junior chefs, create a culture of learning and excellence, and nurture a positive team spirit on every shift.
• Control stock & costs* - Support purchasing, stock rotation, portion control, and waste reduction to hit budget and sustainability goals.
• Innovate and inspire* - Contribute to menu development and daily specials that reflect our local story, seasonal ingredients, and brand standards.
• Champion safety* - Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, allergen awareness, and food safety compliance at all times.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen
• Strong technical skills across all sections
• Ability to lead a team with empathy, energy and clarity
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP, COSHH and allergen procedures
• Commercial awareness, understanding how to manage food costs and drive efficiency
• Flexibility to work a rota including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• A passion for hospitality and a hunger to grow within a collaborative kitchen team

If you're ready to lead a kitchen where creativity meets precision, and every dish tells a story, we'd love to hear yours.

Join us as Sous Chef at Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd's Bush, and help shape a culinary experience as bold and individual as our neighbourhood.