Sous Chef

We have an exciting opportunity for a Sous Chef to join our Kitchens team at The London Clinic, based at our main site in London (W1G 6BW). We are offering a competitive inclusive salary range of £38,946 to £42,435 per annum.

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of "We go further", "We work as one" and "We personalise care."

Job Profile:

As the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef in the comprehensive management of all aspects of the kitchen operation, working towards building a team infrastructure which profitably delivers a world class food product on consistent basis. You will responsibly for supporting in the delivery of consistently high-quality food and monitoring stock rotation, ensuring that items not meeting standards are not accepted or served.

• Job Type: Permeant, Full Time.
• Shift Pattern: 40 hrs per week, straight shifts, Mon-Sun rota.
• Job Location: 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6 BW.
• Salary: £38,946 to £42,435 per annum.
• Benefits Package: We offer a comprehensive package which includes a contribution pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers and services. We also offer excellent career development, with clear career pathways and access to further education.

Key Duties:

• Ensure the safe and correct production of food for all service operations as required as instructed by the head chef / senior sous chef
• Report to the head chef / senior sous chef and maintain total responsibility for the day to day running of the kitchen and other catering outlets
• Coordinates all daily tasks with the Head chef and senior sous chef.
• Provide a full handover for each shift in the format chosen and implemented by the head chef / senior sous with no deviation.
• Supervise the junior cooks to aid their development and ensure the standards set are met.

Skills & Experience:

• NVQ Level 3 in Food Hygiene or higher essential, and NVQ Level 2 or higher in Professional Cookery highly desirable.
• 2 years' experience as Junior Sous Chef OR 1 years' experience as Sous Chef; hotel or large-scale catering background desirable.
• Full understanding of UK food production laws & requirements.
• Fluent English.
• Fish monger & butchery.
• Punctual, with a willingness to learn.

The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.

The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.