Sous Chef

About Park Hyatt London River Thames

Park Hyatt London River Thames offers 203 spacious and comfortable rooms, including two ambassador suites and a presidential suite. With stunning city and river views, signature Charlie Whinney pieces, and a convenient location in the heart of London, the hotel is an ideal launchpad to explore the city, with nearby attractions including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Kings Road. The hotel boasts exquisite dining options, state-of-the-art events space and an indulgent spa with relaxation lounges, spa rooms and indoor pool.

Duties and responsibilities related to the Sous Chef role

• Foster collaboration within the culinary department, leveraging collective knowledge to enhance operations. Mentor and coach colleagues to maximize engagement and ensure smooth functioning.
• Oversee the seamless operation of three meal services - Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner - as part of the all-day dining concept.
• Implement measures to minimize waste, aligning with budgetary constraints and sustainability goals.
• Stay informed about seasonal produce, new products, and culinary trends, incorporating this knowledge into menu planning and execution.
• Ensure meticulous presentation and garnishing of dishes before they are served.
• Enforce strict adherence to hygiene and sanitation guidelines, overseeing proper handling, maintenance, and use of equipment and utensils.
• Utilise multi-skilling, multi-tasking, and flexible scheduling techniques to maximize colleague productivity. This approach aims to meet the financial objectives of the department while exceeding guest expectations.

About you

Proven experience in luxury culinary operations, demonstrating strong leadership and management skills to motivate and inspire a team. Possess extensive knowledge of food and beverage trends, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits of the​ Sous Chef ​role include

• 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!
• 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 ‘We care for people so they can be their best’. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever-growing Hyatt family which has 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and is recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.

Next Steps: Apply today for this ​Sous Chef role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels!