Sous Chef

Are you a passionate, driven, and talented chef looking to elevate your culinary career in one of London’s most iconic locations? We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the award-winning kitchen at The Bloomsbury Hotel, a luxurious 4-star property nestled in the heart of London’s vibrant West End. As part of our dedicated kitchen team, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment where tradition meets innovation.

At The Bloomsbury, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional dining experiences, whether it’s a refined afternoon tea, a sumptuous banquet, or an intimate dinner. You’ll collaborate closely with a talented group of chefs to craft memorable dishes using the finest seasonal ingredients, while maintaining the impeccable standards our guests expect. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a talented kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation.
• Assist the Head Chef in creating seasonal menus that delight our guests.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards in line with health regulations.
• Monitor inventory, manage stock levels, and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
• Train and develop junior kitchen staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.

The Perks of working for The Bloomsbury Hotel:

• Generous service charge on top of your salary
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days
• Free meals on duty
• 50% discount when dining with The Doyle Collection
• Discounted rates when staying in our hotels
• Training dedicated to personal development
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts in selected stores and online shops
• Life Insurance and Company Pension
• Complimentary uniform and dry cleaning
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Hotel Incentives and rewards
• Staff summer parties, Christmas parties and regular team get togethers
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme

The Bloomsbury, London

Located in central London just minutes away from The British Museum, Theatreland, Soho and the designer boutiques and markets of Covent Garden, The Bloomsbury hotel sits at the heart of the historic and vibrant 18th century Bloomsbury. The Bloomsbury is the proud winner of 'Best Urban Hotel' in the 2017 Condé Naste Johansen's UK and Ireland Awards for Excellence.

The Doyle Collection

The Doyle Collection is a carefully curated collection of eight Irish family-owned luxury and urban hotels located centrally in London, Dublin, Washington DC, Cork and Bristol. What binds our hotels together is the Doyle service ethos - a real warmth and thoughtfulness.

We are proud to say that The Doyle Collection has maintained it's listing as one of the 'Best Large Workplaces' with Great Places to Work since 2017. This accolade means that our people are part of a culture of continuous improvement, working for leaders who are committed to the working environment.

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At The Doyle Collection, where everyone is valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. All our team members have the opportunity to thrive with an equal opportunities employer.