Job Summary  

Are you passionate about Italian cuisine and ready to work with a talented team in a prestigious setting? The Arts Club, a hub of culinary excellence, is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our Ofelia Kitchen.

As Senior Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role in the kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality, operational efficiency, and food safety. This role demands strong culinary expertise, a hands-on approach to service, and a focus on team development, profitability, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

· Oversee the daily running of the kitchen, ensuring service is delivered efficiently across lunch, dinner, and late-night operations.

· Lead and support the kitchen brigade, maintaining high performance, structure, and a positive working environment.

· Ensure all sections are fully prepared, organised, and service-ready at all times.

· Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and timing during service.

· Support the implementation of menus and seasonal changes in coordination with senior leadership.

· Train, coach, and develop team members, monitoring performance and supporting progression.

· Delegate tasks effectively and ensure accountability across all kitchen sections.

· Conduct regular quality checks, including tasting dishes during service.

· Ensure strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.

· Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation, and food handling.

· Manage stock control processes, including ordering, storage, and rotation.

· Monitor food costs, minimise waste, and support profitability targets.

· Ensure full compliance with food safety, HACCP, and hygiene regulations.

· Maintain accurate kitchen records and complete all required operational checks.

· Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure a seamless guest experience.

· Remain calm, organised, and effective under pressure.

· Attend training sessions and meetings as required.

· Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by management.

What we offer: 

- Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives to apply. However applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Note: Recruitment agencies, we love what you do, but this time we’ve got it covered—so no need to call us. Thanks for understanding!

Your personal data will be processed in accordance with The Arts Club’s Employee Privacy Policy, available via the link.

Job Summary  

Are you passionate about Italian cuisine and ready to work with a talented team in a prestigious setting? The Arts Club, a hub of culinary excellence, is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our Ofelia Kitchen.

As Senior Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role in the kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality, operational efficiency, and food safety. This role demands strong culinary expertise, a hands-on approach to service, and a focus on team development, profitability, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

· Oversee the daily running of the kitchen, ensuring service is delivered efficiently across lunch, dinner, and late-night operations.

· Lead and support the kitchen brigade, maintaining high performance, structure, and a positive working environment.

· Ensure all sections are fully prepared, organised, and service-ready at all times.

· Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and timing during service.

· Support the implementation of menus and seasonal changes in coordination with senior leadership.

· Train, coach, and develop team members, monitoring performance and supporting progression.

· Delegate tasks effectively and ensure accountability across all kitchen sections.

· Conduct regular quality checks, including tasting dishes during service.

· Ensure strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.

· Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation, and food handling.

· Manage stock control processes, including ordering, storage, and rotation.

· Monitor food costs, minimise waste, and support profitability targets.

· Ensure full compliance with food safety, HACCP, and hygiene regulations.

· Maintain accurate kitchen records and complete all required operational checks.

· Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure a seamless guest experience.

· Remain calm, organised, and effective under pressure.

· Attend training sessions and meetings as required.

· Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by management.

What we offer: 

- Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives to apply. However applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Note: Recruitment agencies, we love what you do, but this time we’ve got it covered—so no need to call us. Thanks for understanding!

Your personal data will be processed in accordance with The Arts Club’s Employee Privacy Policy, available via the link.