Sous Chef

Description du poste:

Sous Chef
Salary: Competitive Salary Service
About Hyatt Regency London - The Churchill
Hyatt Regency London - The Churchill is located in the prestigious Marylebone area of London's West End, overlooking the gardens of Portman Square and just moments from Oxford Street and Hyde Park. Inspired by the legacy of Sir Winston Churchill, the hotel reflects a sense of British heritage and timeless style.
The hotel features 440 elegant guestrooms including 50 suites, along with 11 versatile meeting and event spaces hosting a wide range of corporate events and social occasions. Dining experiences include seasonal British dishes and Afternoon Tea at The Montagu Kitchen and cocktails at the stylish Churchill Bar & Terrace.
Colleagues work in a vibrant hospitality environment welcoming both international business travellers and leisure guests to one of London's most sought after neighbourhoods.
Duties and responsibilities related to the Sous Chef role
·Lead and supervise kitchen operations across all food service areas, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality dishes and exceptional guest experiences.
·Manage, coach, and develop culinary colleagues, including Chef de Partie, Demi Chef de Partie, Commis Chefs, and Apprentice Chefs, to support engagement, performance, and retention.
·Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, food safety, and sanitation in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
·Control food, labour, and operating costs through effective scheduling, stock management, waste reduction, and budget monitoring.
·Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management activities to build a skilled and motivated culinary team.
·Ensure menus are executed to specification, using seasonal ingredients and industry trends to enhance the dining experience and drive innovation.
·Collaborate with kitchen and service teams to deliver seamless operations for restaurants, bars, events, room service, and colleague dining facilities.
·Contribute to business planning, financial performance, and continuous improvement initiatives while promoting Hyatt's values, culture of care, and guest-focused service standards.
About you
We are looking for a passionate and experienced culinary professional with previous experience in a Sous Chef or senior kitchen leadership role, preferably within a hotel, upscale restaurant, or high-volume hospitality environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and organisational skills, a thorough understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, and a proven ability to manage, develop, and motivate kitchen teams. Hotel experience is highly advantageous, along with experience managing multiple service outlets, controlling costs, and maintaining exceptional food quality standards. A creative approach to menu execution, knowledge of current culinary trends, and a commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences are essential for success in this role.
Benefits you will enjoy as a Sous Chef
·12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
·Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
·Free meals on duty in our colleague restaurant
·Life Assurance
·Uniform provided and laundered complimentary
·Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
·50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
·Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
At Hyatt, our purpose is to care for people so they can be their best. Guided by our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing, we create an environment where colleagues feel supported and empowered to grow.
With more than 1,450 hotels and all-inclusive resorts across over 80 countries, Hyatt offers opportunities to build your career within a global hospitality company featured in Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For.
At Hyatt, we open doors and turn jobs into careers. Here, individuality is celebrated, people are supported to thrive, and everyone is empowered to make a meaningful impact.
Next steps: Apply today for this Sous Chef role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels