Sous Chef

• 28 days holiday, rising to 33 with length of service (including bank holidays)
• Access to ILH Training Academy programmes, apprenticeships and supported study
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Complimentary uniform dry‑cleaning, plus discounted personal dry‑cleaning
• Interest‑free Season Ticket Loan
• Workplace Pension
• Team Member flat rate and 50% friends and family hotel discount
• 50% discount across ILH F&B outlets
• Discounted drinks at Blooms Café
• Employee‑funded Health Cash Plan
• Local Bloomsbury discounts
• Early Pay access
• Shopping discounts with selected retailers
• Salary sacrifice schemes including nursery care, cycle to work, and technology
• Access to mental health first‑aiders, wellbeing support and the Employee Assistance Programme

Salary: 39,690 + Excellent Benefits

Hours: 40

Role: Sous Chef - Arcus at The Imperial

Location: Bloomsbury, London

We're looking for an experienced and confident Sous Chef to act as second in command within our kitchen operation. You'll work closely with the Head Chef to lead the brigade, maintain exceptional food standards and support the smooth day‑to‑day running of the kitchen.

• Assist with the day‑to‑day management of kitchen operations.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Supervise kitchen teams and support training and development.
• Ensure food safety, cleanliness and stock procedures are followed.
• Assist with menu preparation, ordering and cost control.

• Experienced in a professional kitchen environment as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie.
• A confident team player with strong organisational skills.
• Passionate about food quality, consistency and teamwork.

If you're passionate about quality food, people leadership and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you!