Sous Chef - Main Kitchen and Banqueting

Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Sous Chef for the Main kitchen/ Banqueting to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel opening later this year. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced luxury hospitality leader to join the founding team and help shape the guest experience at this landmark hotel. Located at the end of The Mall opposite Buckingham Palace, Waldorf Astoria London u2013 Admiralty Arch will feature 100 elegant rooms and suites and 17,500 sqft of private residences. The hotel will open with two signature restaurants - Coreus by Clare Smyth and Cafu00e9 Boulud by Daniel Boulud - bringing together two of the worldu2019s most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs. Guests will also enjoy a world-class spa, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and a collection of grand event spaces, including a ballroom for up to 320 guests. Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is Hiltonu2019s flagship luxury brand, known for its timeless elegance, iconic properties, and sincerely elevated service that delivers bespoke, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the worldu2019s most sought-after destinations. **WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UKu2019s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026** _Proudly voted by our Team Members_ **A World of Rewards** Complimentary, nourishing meals provided while on duty Exceptional development programmes, designed to support and accelerate your growth at every stage Opportunities to make a meaningful impact through our industryu2011leading Corporate Responsibility initiatives Team Member Travel Programme, offering exclusive discounted stays and 50% off food & beverage High street savings through Perks at Work 28 daysu2019 holiday, including bank holidays, rising to 33 days with length of service We are looking for hospitality professionals who are passionate about delivering an exceptional fives star guest experience, consistently upholding the worldclass service standards recognised by Forbes. **What will I be doing?** A Sous Chef partners closely with the Senior Sous Chef and Executive Head Chef to oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of an exceptional culinary experience for Guests and Members. This role combines operational excellence, cost discipline, culinary creativity, and refined guest engagement. As Sous Chef, you will support the Senior Sous Chef and Executive Head Chef in the daily management of the kitchen, overseeing food provision, responding to guest feedback, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation. Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing all kitchen operations, including culinary execution, quality control, and administrative functions Managing the provision of food across all Food and Beverage outlets, ensuring full compliance with current food safety and legislative requirements Responding to Guest enquiries and feedback promptly and professionally, ensuring positive outcomes Ensuring all food is consistently prepared to the highest quality standards and stored in accordance with food safety guidelines Contributing creatively to menu development by incorporating Guest feedback, seasonality, and current culinary trends Ensuring consistent delivery of highu2011quality cuisine across all hotel dining outlets Managing Guest relations in the absence of the Senior Sous Chef or Executive Chef, resolving concerns with professionalism and discretion Ensuring staffing and work rotations effectively support operational and business requirements Upholding brand standards through the training, coaching, and performance evaluation of kitchen Team Members Leading and motivating the kitchen brigade to foster a structured, engaged, and highu2011performing team Maintaining strict cost controls without compromising quality, driving profitability and achieving departmental financial targets Supporting other departments as required while maintaining strong interdepartmental relationships Ensuring full compliance with hotel security procedures, fire regulations, and all health, safety, and food safety legislation Reporting maintenance, hygiene, and hazard issues in a timely manner Demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and environmentally responsible kitchen practices **What are we looking for?** A Sous Chef serving Hilton brands consistently works on behalf of our Guests while collaborating seamlessly with colleagues. To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate the following skills, experience, and professional behaviours: Relevant culinary qualifications for the role Strong planning, organisation, and timeu2011management skills The ability to multiu2011task effectively while meeting deadlines Proven supervisory and leadership capability A current, valid, and relevant trade qualification (proof may be required) A creative and refined approach to culinary production A positive, professional, and solutionu2011oriented attitude Strong communication and interpersonal skills The ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fastu2011paced environment The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions: Previous experience in a similar Sous Chef or senior kitchen role within a luxury or ultrau2011luxury hospitality or serviceu2011led environment is highly desirable. A genuine passion for producing highu2011quality cuisine Strong awareness of contemporary food trends and guest preferences Proficiency with computer systems and software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook **EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY** u202f At Hilton, It Matters Where You Stay, but The Stay is only one side of the story. We know it takes hundreds of jobs to create unforgettable experiences for our guests u2013 and behind every job, thereu2019s an extraordinary person working to make each Stay magical.u202fThatu2019s why atHilton,Every Job Makes the Stay.u202f **Find out more about all our brands and hotels -** **u202f** **Hilton Brands | Global Hospitality Company** u202f **Job:** _Culinary_ **Title:** _Sous Chef - Main Kitchen and Banqueting_ **Location:** _null_ **Requisition ID:** _HOT0CIOS_ **EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans**