Sous Chef - Tavistock Hotel - Bloomsbury, London

Role Overview

Sous Chef - Tavistock Hotel - Bloomsbury, London Sous Chef Imperial London Hotels Group based at Tavistock Hotel 40 hours a week (5 days out of 7 days weekly rota) 43,000.00 Benefits Are you a skilled and organised team player? Do you have a passion for cooking and experimenting with flavours? Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment whilst maintaining high standards? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We're looking for a talented and dedicated Sous Chef to join our Kitchen Team. As a…

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of fresh ingredients according to specifications
• Operating commercial kitchen appliances, fryers, ovens, and dishwashers safely and efficiently
• Washing pots, pans, utensils, and sanitizing kitchen prep stations throughout service
• Monitoring food storage temperatures and completing food safety checklists (HACCP)
• Unloading catering deliveries, rotating stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) principles
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene, waste management, and environmental health compliance

Candidate Requirements

• Enthusiastic attitude with a passion for food and working in high-tempo culinary environments
• Food Hygiene Level 2 certification is an advantage, or willingness to complete during training
• Ability to work standing for extended periods and stay calm during busy lunch and dinner rushes
• Punctual, dependable, and committed to maintaining high standards of food safety
• Valid right to work in the United Kingdom

What Is Offered

• Compensation: £43,000 / yr
• Contract Type: FULL TIME
• Location: London, UK
• Complimentary staff meals on duty and discounts across group restaurants
• Apprenticeship and culinary development pathways into Chef de Partie and Head Chef positions
• Share of tips / service charge (TRONC) where applicable
• Paid statutory annual leave and workplace pension scheme