Lead Junior Sous Chef – Fine Dining, Mayfair

Caterer; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary package

Pension Scheme

Travel Season Ticket Loans

Complimentary staff dining facilities

Job summary

Claridge’s, part of Maybourne, seeks a Junior Sous Chef for its Main Kitchen in London. You will work under renowned chefs to uphold exacting standards and deliver exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced, fine dining environment.

The role focuses on supervision, culinary excellence, and staff development within a prestigious five‑star hotel setting, offering a rewarding career path in a renowned hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Experience in a five-star or fine dining environment is required.
• Ability to lead and manage a large fine dining establishment.
• Passion for food and quality products with a collaborative mindset.
• Willingness to train and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supervision, preparation and service of food in Foyer and Reading Room and In Room Dining.
• Maintain highest standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene at all times.
• Develop and mentor Chef de Parties, Demi Chef de Parties, Commis Chefs and Apprentices.
• Ensure proper mise-en-place, stock rotation and portion control.
• Lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests.

Skills

Fine dining experience

Team leadership

Creativity

Food quality

Job description

Claridge’s, part of Maybourne, seeks a Junior Sous Chef for its Main Kitchen in London. You will work under renowned chefs to uphold exacting standards and deliver exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced, fine dining environment.

The role focuses on supervision, culinary excellence, and staff development within a prestigious five‑star hotel setting, offering a rewarding career path in a renowned hospitality group.