Sous Chef

Job Advert; City Of London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension scheme & paid overtime

48-hour working week

Complimentary meals and uniform

Free uniform laundry service

Employee of the Month

Job summary

H&C Solutions presents an exciting Sous Chef opportunity in a prestigious Mayfair hotel. You will lead a fine-dining kitchen, working under an Executive Chef in a 2AA Rosette restaurant with a 50-cover dining room and dedicated banqueting service.

The role requires a proven Sous Chef background in luxury settings, strong leadership, and superb organisational skills. Competitive salary and benefits are provided, with a 48-hour working week and duty meals included.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef within a luxury hotel or fine-dining environment.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a 2AA Rosette, fine-dining kitchen in a luxury London hotel.
• Lead and inspire a kitchen team of around 20 staff.
• Ensure high standards of service, consistency, and food quality.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Organisational skills

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef

H&C Solutions are delighted to present this outstanding opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef to join one of London’s most prestigious boutique hotels, located in the heart of Mayfair.

This elegant five-star property, renowned for its exclusivity and impeccable service, offers guests a truly refined experience, with rooms starting from £380 per night. The culinary operation is led by a highly regarded Executive Chef with a strong background in modern European cuisine. The kitchen team of 20 oversees a 2AA Rosette fine-dining restaurant (50 covers), bespoke banqueting, and a renowned afternoon tea service.

Sous Chef Benefits:

• Competitive salary package: £47,000
• Private healthcare, pension scheme & paid overtime
• 48-hour working week
• Complimentary meals and uniform provided on duty
• Free uniform laundry service
• Employee of the Month recognition

Sous Chef Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef within a luxury hotel or fine-dining environment
• A strong and stable employment history
• Hands-on culinary expertise, paired with excellent organisational and administrative skills
• A team player with the ability to inspire and lead others

This is a rare chance to become part of a world-class kitchen, working alongside an influential Executive Chef in one of London’s most exclusive settings.

If you’re a talented and ambitious Sous Chef ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.