Overview

Senior Sous Chef –

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Conrad London St James is one of Hilton’s three global luxury brands and reflects the bold, inspired and personalized service we offer our guests. The hotel is renowned for its excellent service and is in the top 5% of hotels in London and the Top 10% in the world.

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK’s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026

Proudly voted by our Team Members

A World of Rewards:

• Salary of £50,000 plus an expected average annual service charge likely to be between £7000 – £8000

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program

• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future

• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents

• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones

• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care

• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Through our Care for All hub, we provide resources to help our Team Members to care for themselves, care for members of their team, and care for their loved ones. Eligible Team Members receive free counselling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)

• Smart uniform provided

• Free and healthy meals when on duty

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

The hotel, located in the heart of Westminster, features 256 beautifully appointed bedrooms. Our outlets offer team members the opportunity to be part of exciting food and drink concepts while delivering the standards of luxury service that Conrad is renowned for.

• The Blue Boar Pub, opened May 2021, which is a contemporary take on a British pub

• The Hedgerow, the hotel’s first cocktail bar, which takes inspiration from the beauty of the traditional British countryside

• The Pem, a glamourous and elegant restaurant in the center of the hotel showcasing classic British cuisine using modern techniques

• The Orchard, for afternoon teas and lighter meals

• The Executive Lounge, an exclusive space dedicated to our most valued guests, providing a higher level of luxury and personalized service.

• Seven Meetings & Events Spaces, perfectly designed to host a wide range of gatherings and events, each space offers the same commitment to quality, luxury, and service excellence that define Conrad London St. James.

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

  • Lead culinary team operations: Provide hands-on leadership and in-the-moment coaching to kitchen staff, with either a focus on Outlets or Banquets
  • Oversee production and service: Manage daily kitchen operations, including creating and monitoring production lists, completing line checks, and expediting service periods
  • Enhance menu offerings: Develop and implement seasonal menus, promotional features, and daily specials
  • Promote cross-department collaboration: Foster strong, positive relationships between Front of House and Back of House teams to ensure seamless operations
  • Provide administrative support: Assist with inventory management, ordering, and scheduling
  • Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing

What are we looking for?

  • Previous experience as a Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef
  • Excellent planning and organizing skills
  • The ability multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Strong supervisory skills
  • A creative approach to the production of food
  • Positive attitude
  • Good communication skills
  • The ability to work under pressure
  • The ability to work on own or in teams

Travel

  • St James Park Tube station – District & Circle Line – (literally just across the road)
  • Westminster Tube Station – Jubilee Line (4 mins walk)
  • Victoria Station (6 mins walk)
  • Waterloo Station – Mainline (10 mins walk)

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.

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests-we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career-and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay-we’re a great place to work.

Exact Location: London, United Kingdom

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