Sous Chef

wshgroup· JLR - Jaguar land rover
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📍 England📍 gb📍 London📍 London, England, United KingdomFull time💰 GBP 45K+

About this role

Company Description

Join Searcys at a spectacular new venue opening in the heart of Knightsbridge this year. Set within one of London’s most prestigious and vibrant destinations, we are looking for an outstanding Sous Chef to join our opening team.

An exceptional opportunity to be part of one of London’s most anticipated luxury openings. Jaguar is an iconic brand with an illustrious heritage that is now undergoing a dramatic transformation. Jaguar is being repositioned as a modern luxury brand, creating a new end-to-end client journey underpinned by an all-electric portfolio. 

This new Knightsbridge location will play a defining role in that vision — establishing a presence and creating a destination that builds brand presence, deepens client engagement, and drives cultural relevance from the moment it opens. 

As a Sous Chef you will receive the following industry leading benefits:

  • 50% discount across Searcys venues
  • Enrolment into the Searcys pension scheme
  • Up to 35 days annual leave (dependent on job role)
  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
  • Employee assistance program and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
  • Monthly Chef wellbeing and supplier trips
  • Chef whites and shoes provided
  • Opportunity to enrol into the WSH Group Chef Academy 
  • Meals are provided on shift when working within one of our venues
  • Your birthday off to celebrate in style
  • A day off to volunteer/give back to the charity of your choice

Job Description

As Sous Chef, you will take ownership along with the Head Chef of a highly creative, ingredient-led kitchen. Working alongside a Michelin-starred collaborator, you will help shape and execute a distinctive food offering tailored to a discerning private membership.

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £45,000  Yearly

Opening times

10:00 - 20:00

Open 7 days a week

Start date : 16th September 


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing kitchen brigade
  • Deliver a refined, seasonal, and bespoke menu with precision and consistency
  • Maintain exceptional standards across food quality, presentation, and hygiene
  • Collaborate on menu development and evolving concepts
  • Manage kitchen operations including cost control, ordering, and staffing

Qualifications

  • Proven experience within premium or Michelin-starred environments
  • Creative, detail-driven, and passionate about delivering excellence
  • Strong leadership and organisational skills
  • Calm under pressure with a commitment to consistency
  • A deep understanding of modern luxury dining expectations

Additional Information

We are the oldest caterer in the UK, having been founded in 1847, working with us will give you an opportunity to be part of some of London’s most prestigious events, gaining insights and mentoring from skilled and experienced colleagues, as well as getting a chance to be part of a storied legacy in the hospitality industry.

A career at Searcys means you are part of something special, we are an employer with a rich history, and an established reputation which will provide you with an enormous sense of pride and belonging.

To find out more on the rich history of Searcys, please visit our website at www.searcys.co.uk

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Sous Chef role at wshgroup?
The listed salary for this Sous Chef position at wshgroup is GBP 45K+. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Sous Chef position at wshgroup located?
This Sous Chef role at wshgroup is based in England, gb, London, London, England, United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Sous Chef role at wshgroup full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Sous Chef role in the JLR - Jaguar land rover department at wshgroup.
Which team or department does the Sous Chef at wshgroup belong to?
This Sous Chef position is part of the JLR - Jaguar land rover department at wshgroup. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Sous Chef job at wshgroup posted?
This Sous Chef position at wshgroup was posted on Aug 6, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Sous Chef
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