Sous Chef - New Opening Stratford in City of London

NewOpening in East London | Salary up to £45,000 per year | Full-time, Permanent

Be part ofsomething exciting at one of East London’s newest destinations!

We’relooking for a talented, passionate and ambitious Sous Chef to join the kitchenteam at 18th Floor, The Gantry Hotel, Stratford.

Ourexciting rooftop restaurant and bar offers a spectacular dining experience,with open-air terraces, private dining spaces and panoramic views across EastLondon. Our menu celebrates premium steaks, fresh seafood and Asian-inspiredcuisine, including Japanese and Korean influences, alongside a selection ofsignature cocktails.

This is afantastic opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef to play a key role in anexciting new opening, working alongside the Head Chef to deliver exceptionalfood, develop the kitchen team and help establish a reputation for outstandingquality and service.

We’relooking for someone who leads by example, thrives in a fast-paced environmentand is passionate about fresh ingredients, great flavours and consistently highculinary standards.

Whatyou’ll be doing

As SousChef, you’ll support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen,helping to maintain high standards of food quality, team performance andoperational efficiency.

Yourresponsibilities will include:

• Supportingthe Head Chef with the daily management and smooth operation of the kitchen.
• Leading,motivating and developing the kitchen team to deliver consistently excellentfood.
• Preparing,cooking and presenting dishes to the highest standards of quality, flavour andpresentation.
• Ensuringconsistency across the menu, with a focus on premium steaks, fresh seafood andAsian-inspired dishes.
• Applyingyour knowledge of Japanese and Korean cuisine, with sushi preparationexperience being a distinct advantage.
• Maintainingexcellent standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and health and safetycompliance.
• Managingstock control, ordering, portion control and food costs to minimise waste andmaximise efficiency.
• Supportingmenu development, new dish creation and the introduction of seasonalingredients.
• Ensuringthe kitchen is organised, well-prepared and ready for every service.
• Training,mentoring and supporting junior chefs to encourage development and maintainhigh standards.
• Workingclosely with the front-of-house team and senior management to deliver anexceptional guest experience.

Whatwe’re looking for

We’reseeking a motivated and hands-on Sous Chef who combines strong culinary skillswith excellent leadership and a genuine passion for hospitality.

Ideally,you’ll have:

• Previousexperience as a Sous Chef or in a strong senior kitchen role within a qualityrestaurant, hotel or premium hospitality environment.
• Experienceworking with steak, seafood and Asian-inspired cuisine.
• Knowledgeof Japanese and Korean cooking techniques; sushi preparation experience wouldbe highly desirable.
• Strongleadership skills and the ability to motivate, support and develop a kitchenteam.
• Apassion for creating high-quality dishes using fresh, seasonal and sustainableingredients.
• Excellentorganisation, communication and time-management skills.
• Aproactive, positive and solutions-focused approach.
• Astrong understanding of food safety, health and safety legislation and kitchencompliance.
• Theability to remain calm, focused and professional during busy services.
• Thelegal right to work in the UK.

Mostimportantly, you’ll take pride in your work, lead by example and be excited tohelp build something special from the ground up.

What weoffer

We believein investing in our people and creating opportunities for talented chefs todevelop their careers.

As part ofour team, you’ll benefit from:

• Salaryof up to £45,000 per year, depending on experience.
• 28–30days of annual holiday, increasing with length of service.
• Employeerewards programmes and long-service awards.
• Internaltraining and structured opportunities for career progression.
• Developmentand succession-planning opportunities, with the potential for rapid promotion.
• Asupportive, professional and ambitious kitchen environment.
• Theopportunity to contribute to a new restaurant opening and make a real impact onits success.
• Thechance to work in a distinctive rooftop restaurant with an exciting foodoffering and stunning views across East London.

If you’rean ambitious Sous Chef who loves great food, enjoys leading a team and wants tobe part of an exciting new restaurant opening, we’d love to hear from you.

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