Sous Chef

Hospitality & Catering Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious catering company is seeking a Sous Chef for a five-star luxury hotel in Mayfair. This role involves supporting the Head Chef, leading kitchen sections, and ensuring excellence in dining experiences. The ideal candidate is a passionate Sous Chef experienced in fine dining, with strong leadership skills and a solid background in classical cooking. This position offers a competitive salary, clear progression pathways, and exceptional staff benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

45-hour contract with hourly paid overtime

Exceptional staff restaurant & facilities

Uniform provided

Generous pension schemes

Award-winning training programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in luxury or fine dining kitchens.
• Ability to inspire and guide junior chefs.
• Capability to execute refined dishes with precision.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations.
• Ensure excellence in both restaurant and banqueting outlets.
• Maintain high standards under pressure.

Skills

Leadership

Classical cooking knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef

H&C Solutions is delighted to announce a partnership with a five-star luxury hotel in the heart of Mayfair. This prestigious kitchen is overseen by a charismatic Executive Head Chef who is renowned for mentoring and developing their brigade. Classical cooking lies at the core of the restaurant menu, showcasing the finest organic British produce with refined techniques and elegant presentation. The successful Sous Chef will play a pivotal role in supporting the Head Chef, leading sections of the kitchen, and ensuring excellence across both restaurant and banqueting outlets.

Sous Chef Benefits

• A career-defining opportunity within one of Mayfair's most exclusive hotels
• Competitive salary of £50,000 per annum + approx. £9,000 tronc
• 45-hour contract with hourly paid overtime
• Exceptional staff restaurant & facilities
• Uniform provided with laundry services
• Generous pension schemes
• Clear career progression pathways, including opportunities to advance into senior leadership roles
• Access to award-winning training and development programs

Sous Chef Requirements

• A passionate and ambitious Sous Chef with proven experience in luxury or fine dining kitchens
• Strong leadership skills, able to inspire and guide junior chefs while maintaining high standards under pressure
• Solid classical cooking knowledge and the ability to execute refined dishes with precision
• A collaborative team player with a proactive, can-do attitude