Senior Sous Chef

Edyn; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Cambridge seeks a Senior Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in kitchen operations. You will lead a team to ensure high-quality food, hygiene, and safety standards. Ideal candidates have prior experience in a senior kitchen role along with strong leadership skills. The position offers competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and staff benefits including discounted hotel stays and additional perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus service charge

Opportunities for career growth

Discounted hotel stays worldwide

4 free staff nights

Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or senior kitchen role.
• Strong leadership and teamwork capabilities.
• Ability to maintain high food quality and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in menu creation and development.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations for seamless service.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff in high-performance standards.

Skills

Leadership and communication skills

Pressure performance

Food safety standards knowledge

Job description

About the Role

As Senior Sous Chef, you will play a key role in the daily operation of our kitchen, supporting the Head Chef in delivering outstanding dishes and an unforgettable dining experience. You will lead by example, inspire your team, and ensure the highest standards in food quality, consistency, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with menu creation, planning, and development
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth service
• Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to achieve excellence
• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety
• Manage stock control, ordering, and waste reduction
• Step up and lead the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong experience in a senior kitchen role
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to perform under pressure and deliver consistent results
• Good understanding of food safety standards and kitchen management

What We Offer

• Competitive salary plus service charge
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Staff perks and company benefits
• Discounted hotel stays worldwide through Hyatt’s colleague benefit programme and Edyn mate rates
• 4 free staff nights
• 33 days holidays including bank holidays
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to work scheme