Banquet Sous Chef

Four Seasons; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge seeks a Banquet Sous Chef to oversee culinary operations, ensuring quality and consistency. The role involves managing a talented team, maintaining high standards, and coordinating with other departments for successful events.

Benefits

Competitive package including service charge

40 hour working week

Excellent training and career development

Up to 20 complimentary nights at Four Seasons

Free meals while on duty

Up to 2 paid Wellness days per year

Holiday entitlement increases with service

Free Life Insurance

Bupa Dental and MediCash plan

Access to Wagestream

Qualifications

• 3–5 years culinary experience in luxury hotels or fine dining.
• 1–2 years in a management position.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily banquet kitchen operations for quality and efficiency.
• Select, train, and evaluate team members.
• Manage labour and operating costs.

Skills

Organisational

Communication

Leadership

Multi-tasking

Education

Formal culinary education

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Set in the heart of the City, overlooking Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, Tower Bridge is the starting point for discovering London’s historic past, alongside its exhilarating present. As impressive inside as out, this famous five-star hotel remains the centre of attention, as a new chapter begins in its history. This beautiful grade II listed building and former HQ of the Port of London Authority has 100 rooms, 41 residential apartments of which 31 units are in a FS run transient rental program, a stunning ballroom which has hosted the inaugural Reception of the United Nations, 5 meeting rooms, a stunning destination spa with 6 treatment rooms, hammam, steam, sauna and swimming and vitality pool, and a fantastic Food and Beverage offering including La Dame de Pic (French cuisine, 2*Michelin Star), Mei Ume (Chinese/ Japanese cuisine) and Rotunda (all day dinning, afternoon tea & bar).

Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge is looking for a Banquet Sous Chef to join our team!

The Sous Chef role :

As a Banquet Sous Chef, you will hold a key management position within the kitchen department, reporting directly to the Banquet Head Chef. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of banquet culinary operations, maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency, and leading a talented culinary team.

What you will do:

• Supervise daily banquet kitchen operations to ensure quality, consistency, and efficiency

• Select, train, evaluate, schedule, and coach team members to uphold Four Seasons standards

• Manage labour and operating costs through effective scheduling, purchasing, and inventory control

• Work closely with other departments to coordinate event requirements and ensure smooth execution

• Maintain impeccable hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards throughout all kitchen areas

• Ensure menus are current, creative, and aligned with client expectations and seasonal ingredients

• Participate in regular meetings and tastings to ensure guest satisfaction and continuous improvement

• Cover other culinary or stewarding duties as needed to support operational flow

• Be visible during key service times, supporting the team and engaging with guests as required

• Provide exceptional leadership and foster a positive, team-focused work environment

What you bring:

• 3–5 years of culinary experience in luxury hotels or fine dining, with a focus on banqueting

• At least 1–2 years in a management or assistant management position

• Formal culinary education or equivalent practical experience

• Advanced culinary knowledge and a passion for excellence

• Proficient knife skills, plating finesse, and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• A positive, professional attitude and a collaborative spirit

• Fluency in English

• Right to work in the UK

Just some of the benefits Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge employees enjoy:

• Competitive package which includes hotel service charge, and salary

• 40 hour working week

• Excellent training and career development opportunities

• Up to 20 complimentary nights at any Four Seasons Hotel or Resort around the world based on years of service

• Free meals at Pepys Cellar (staff canteen) while on duty including fruits, coffee/ tea and fizzy drinks available throughout the day

• Up to 2 paid Wellness days per year!

• Holiday entitlement increases with years of service up to 33 days off

• Free Life Insurance

• Bupa Dental and MediCash plan available

• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential

• Season ticket loan & cycle to work scheme

• Free uniform dry cleaning available

• Employee Experience: Annual Themed Employee Party and many social, charitable and sporting events throughout the year.

• Access to Wagestream – a salary advance benefit

• Employee Recognition Programmes

• &many, many more surprises to discover!

We look forward to receiving your application!

All applicants must hold the Right to Work in the UK