Sous Chef - London

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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. Here's what you can look forward to as our Sous Chef:
Annual Salary: Up to 45,800
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 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.
What's Your Story? You're a confident and creative leader with a calm head and high standards. To shine in this Sous Chef role, you'll bring:
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.
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Location:
Greater London
Job Type:
PartTime

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