Senior Sous Chef

As a Senior Sous Chef at the Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch in the Coreus Restaurant, you're not just creating exceptional dishes -youre spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest. Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Senior Sous Chef 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 Admiralty Arch will feature 100 elegant rooms and suites and 17,500sqftof private residences. The hotel will open with two signature restaurants -Coreusby Clare Smyth and Café Boulud by Daniel Boulud - bringing together two of the worlds 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 Hiltons flagship luxury brand, known for its timeless elegance, iconic properties, and sincerely elevated service that delivers bespoke, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the worlds most sought-after destinations. WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UKs #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026 Proudly voted by our Team Members A World of Rewards Complimentary, nourishing meals provided while on duty Exceptional developmentprogrammes, designed to support and accelerate your growth at every stage Opportunities to make a meaningful impact through our industry - leading Corporate Responsibility initiatives Team Member TravelProgramme, offering exclusive discounted stays and 50% off food & beverage Highstreet savingsthrough Perks at Work 28 days holiday, including bank holidays, rising to 33 days with length of service SeniorSous Chef We are looking for hospitality professionals who are passionate about delivering an exceptionalfive starguest experience, consistently upholding the world class service standards recognised by Forbes. Here's what you'll do during a typical day: AsSeniorSous ChefforCoreusRestaurant, you will be instrumental in defining the culinary identity of this iconic new hotel. Working alongside visionary culinary leaders, you will contribute to innovative menu creation, inspire and mentor a worldclass kitchen brigade, and ensure the delivery of consistently exceptional dining experiences. You will also take a key role in food costandlabourmanagement and operational excellence.Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: Contribute creatively and strategically to menu developmentinHotelRestaurantKitchen. Manage all aspects of theHotelRestaurantKitchen including operational, quality and administrative functions Lead, train, and motivate theCoreuskitchen brigade to cultivate anorganised, inspired, andhigh performing - team Ensure uncompromising quality, consistency, and presentation of all dishes Support theCoreusHead Chef in managing staff resources and training Overseeingguest relationsandseamlessly deputisingin their absenceto ensure a consistently elevated culinary experience Manage staffing resources androtasto meet business needs efficiently Uphold brand standards through ongoing training, coaching, and assessment Maintain robust food cost controls to support F&B revenue targets Work collaboratively with other departments to enhance the wider guest experience Knowledge of activities in other departments and implications Ensure full compliance with food hygiene, safety regulations, and best - practice standards What are we looking for? ASenior SousChef within Hiltons luxury portfolio is a distinguished ambassador of our guests and a trusted leader among our Team Members. To excel in this prestigious role, you will embody the refined attitude, elevatedbehaviours, exceptional skills, and core values that define our unwavering commitment to world - class hospitality. A creative, modern, and techniquedriven - approach to food Inspiring supervisory and team - building skills A positive, composed, and professionaldemeanour Excellent communication and guestservice - commitment Impeccable grooming standards Exceptional planning andorganisationalcapability Calm, composed, resilient, and performance - driven under pressure It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions: Strong experience as a Junior Sous Chef or previous Sous Chef Relevantculinary qualifications Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and evenings What It Takes to Make the Stay At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member: A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality . Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership . A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact. TPBN1_UKCT