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Sous Chef - Events Kitchen


Company : The Peninsula Hotels


Location : London, England


Created : 2025-12-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionThe Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking a Sous Chef to join our Events team. This service is critical to the success of any guest experience, providing a quality menu in conjunction with high levels of dining service within the function rooms or Ballroom. This position will have a great passion for quality food and ingredients and be able to work flexibly within a kitchen brigade.An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in LondonMarket-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefitsJoin our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced teamKey AccountabilitiesPromote The Peninsula London to becoming a recognized culinary destination by creating memorable guest experiences through artistry and uncompromised passion for excellence. Coordinate and direct all aspects of the Events Kitchen operationProduce all food required for the assigned kitchenIs responsible for the hygiene and cleanliness of the kitchen, food production, and food storage areas and always ensures a high standard of food safety.Always follow technical worksheets and recipes as assigned to ensure consistency.Develop, motivate, supervise and coach departmental employees in maintaining a culture in compliance with mission, vision values and core principles HSHGeneral RequirementsExcellent knowledge of food and ingredients and understanding of current culinary trends and classics. Experience of a similar role in a fine dining restaurant or luxury 5* hotel or Michelin starPrevious relevant culinary qualifications or certifications. Excellent time management and organizational skills, highly adaptable, naturally positive.Good communication skills, flexibility, and capability of working under pressure.Your Financial WellbeingAt the Peninsula London, we look after:Excellent salary package Generous service charge distributed equitably to all colleagues Life Insurance Enhanced company contribution on pension plan Your Medical CareMedical cash plans including optical and dental coverage Enhanced maternity and paternity leave plan Your Daily Health RoutineState of the art heart of house facilities including a gym, fitness classes, relaxation room, contemplation room and nursing mothers’ room Colleague restaurant with healthy and balanced 24/7 food offerings On-site occupational health and safety nurse and wellbeing education sessions Other PerksHigh street and online shopping discounts Rewards and recognition initiatives Dry cleaning for uniforms and work attire We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.