Sous Chef

Dream of being part of an exciting hotel opening in the heart of Copenhagen?

Locke Copenhagen is set to open in early March 2026 and will be a key destination within the city’s vibrant new district, Postbyen. Located between Copenhagen Central Station and Kalvebod Brygge, the hotel will feature 234 stylish rooms across two iconic round towers, rising up to 70 metres high. Guests will enjoy a signature restaurant, a buzzing cocktail bar, and a rooftop bar with panoramic 360-degree views over the city and waterfront.

We are now looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our opening kitchen team.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you will play a central role in supporting the Head Chef and helping bring the Locke food concept to life. You are a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, stays calm under pressure, and sets high standards through example.

Reporting to the Head Chef and F&B Manager, you will help manage daily kitchen operations, support team development, and ensure consistent quality across all services. You will be instrumental in establishing systems, standards, and culture during this exciting opening phase.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations & Service

• Support the Head Chef in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations
• Lead services in the Head Chef’s absence, ensuring smooth and efficient execution
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency

Food Preparation & Quality Control

• Prepare and cook dishes to brand recipes and standards
• Monitor quality and consistency across all sections
• Assist in menu development, tastings, and seasonal updates

Team Leadership & Training

• Support the training, onboarding, and development of junior chefs
• Lead by example and promote a positive, professional kitchen culture
• Assist with rota planning and daily task allocation

Organisation & Standards

• Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised, and operationally efficient at all times
• Uphold food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and waste management

You’ll Succeed in This Role If You Have

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up
• Experience in hotels, high-quality restaurants, or busy café concepts
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage service under pressure
• Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance
• A collaborative mindset and natural leadership ability
• Culinary qualifications are an advantage

Values You’ll Share with Us

• Courage to question, evolve, and be human
• Curiosity and creativity in how you think and work
• Confidence to challenge convention and improve ways of working
• Accountability and a desire to support and empower your team

About edyn

Our vision is to create sanctuaries across European cities that offer a true sense of belonging for the free-thinking urbanite. Each of our brands — Locke, SACO, and Cove — is rooted in its local neighbourhood, delivering vibrant, meaningful guest experiences.
To learn more about life at edyn, visit:
https://www.findingedyn.com/start-here-go-anywhere