Junior Sous Chef

Hyde London City marks the rebirth of a London icon. This lavish seven-storey, 111-room property at 15 Old Bailey draws upon a rich and storied past to create a luxurious, bespoke hideaway in the heart of the city. Hyde London City will be a destination unto itself, hosting unmatched experiences for locals and ultimately the discerning global traveller.

Hyde is embracing an evolved brand identity that is all about a festival vibe with music at its core. Hyde perfectly balances an elevated bohemian-chic aesthetic with a youthful, laidback ambience. The spaces are defined by vibrant colours and are designed to encourage serendipitous connections and new discoveries around every corner.  Hyde is all about the freedom and personal discovery that comes with great music, time with friends and connecting with something bigger.

Black Lacquer is our contemporary underground cocktail bar where eclectic music is celebrated and the same singular approach is taken to the sound as to the drinks. Whatever the time or day, Black Lacquer always delivers top-notch hospitality. The cocktail list is complemented by a curated list of sake and shochu, Japanese draft beer, and a selection of wine and Champagnes, with house-made non-alcoholic sodas rotated with the seasons.

Elevating bar food beyond the usual fare, Black Lacquer serves inspired Japanese small Izakaya-style plates designed to be eaten with the hands and shared.

We’re on the lookout for a Junior Sous Chef to join our pre-opening team at Hyde London City. You will be responsible for the efficient running of the Black Lacquer kitchen and production of food at the highest standards, ensuring the kitchen area is clean and set up for service at all times.

What you’ll do…

• Take full responsibility for the running of Black Lacquer kitchen, with the Head Chef support.
• Nurture and develop the talent of the kitchen team, creating an environment that brings out the best in them and where they can be themselves.
• Make sure things are running without hitch, orders and deliveries are coming and going as needed, our service is smooth as chipotle butter, and our food hygiene standards are sky-high.
• Work with our Head Chef on ideas and techniques that make our kitchen a creative, ever-changing environment where we’re always looking to make the best food out there.
• Think outside the box and drive standards, always striving to find efficient solutions whilst maintaining the quality and integrity of the menu.
• Both guest and team experience will be at the heart of all you do. You’ll lead your team by example, keeping them involved and motivated; helping them feel empowered and supported, confident in providing top Hyde experiences for our guests and comfortable turning to you with questions.

• 2+ years’ experience as a Junior Sous Chef in a busy, bustling environment with Japanese and/or pan Asian experience as a key priority.
• Robata and/or sushi cooking experience desirable
• A true passion for creativity whilst maintaining the integrity of our brand standards through the dishes on the menu
• A natural at leading and managing others, you lead by example and create an environment where your team can be their best self.
• Individuals. You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here
• Passion for hospitality – whether that’s a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night
• You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience
• You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get stuff done
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way

What's in it for you...

• Opportunity to take party in an amazing opening team, Hyde is doing it differently.
• 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension and life insurance.
• A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing.
• Treat yourself with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners.
• Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift.
• Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities
• Cycle to work scheme
• The chance to make your mark in a fast-growing Brand
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work
• Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands.

Hyde is an equal opportunity employer.  We endeavor to select, place, train, and promote the best qualified individuals based upon job-related factors such as ability, work quality, suitability, experience, and potential.