Sous Chef - Casual

Maybourne; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on duty

Job summary

Claridge’s in London is seeking an exceptional Sous Chef to join the Main Kitchen team. Working alongside some of the most talented chefs in London, you will prepare dishes to exacting standards that reflect our commitment to exceptional dining.

The Sous Chef will lead and develop a junior kitchen brigade, ensure high service standards and maintain Forbes/LQA guidelines. This fast-paced, luxury hotel environment offers rewarding training and clear opportunities for progression within Maybourne.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef within a five-star or fine dining environment.
• Be confident in leading, supporting and motivating a team.
• Be skilled at managing service flow and stepping in to support during busy periods.
• Provide intuitive service, with an absolute understanding of our guests' needs to create exceptional service experiences that result in lasting memories.
• Be a team player who is an avid learner who wants to be challenged and developed.
• Have a thorough understanding of Forbes and LQA Standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the preparation of ingredients for and during service, working alongside the Junior Sous Chefs
• Manage and support a team of Commis Chefs, Demi Chef de Parties and Chef de Parties on the section
• Ensure that the highest standards are maintained in the preparation of food
• Support the rest of the kitchen team during service to ensure a smooth operation
• Maintain a positive relationship with the kitchen and front of house team
• Coach and develop the junior members of the team for future succession

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional Sous Chef to join the Main Kitchen team within Claridge’s.

Maybourne operates some of the world’s most extraordinary hotels, including Claridge’s, The Connaught, The Berkeley and The Emory in London, the Maybourne Beverly Hills and the Maybourne Riviera in the South of France, where exceptional experiences and stories of distinction are crafted that celebrate the design and character of every destination.

One of Maybourne's storied hotels is Claridge's, a place shaped by centuries of enduring artistry. A rich symphony of experience, where every moment unfolds with unforgettable flair. A place where tradition is treasured and history continues to inspire. For over two hundred years, those who choose Claridge’s for life’s finest moments become part of its brilliant legacy.

Claridge’s is a family of the best and brightest, proudly serving the best and brightest. The calibre of our staff is unparalleled, as are our esteemed guests. Our people are a manifestation of our ethos - generous, passionate and truly personal. Claridge’s is a place that invites you in, embraces you, and make your spirit soar.

Main Kitchen

At Claridge’s, our Main Kitchen is fast paced, disciplined and collaborative and is the place for chefs who thrive on precision and creativity. Working alongside some of the most talented chefs in London, you will prepare every dish with exacting standards that reflect our commitment to exceptional dining. The Main Kitchen at Claridge’s can be endlessly rewarding for those who take pride in elevating every guest’s experience through outstanding cuisine.

As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for:

• Supervise the preparation of ingredients for and during service, working alongside the Junior Sous Chefs
• Manage and support a team of Commis Chefs, Demi Chef de Parties and Chef de Parties on the section
• Ensure that the highest standards are maintained in the preparation of food
• Support the rest of the kitchen team during service to ensure a smooth operation
• Maintain a positive relationship with the kitchen and front of house team
• Coach and develop the junior members of the team for future succession

Successful candidates for our Sous Chef opportunity will:

• Experience as a Sous Chef within a five-star or fine dining environment.
• Be confident in leading, supporting and motivating a team.
• Be skilled at managing service flow and stepping in to support during busy periods.
• Provide intuitive service, with an absolute understanding of our guests' needs to create exceptional service experiences that result in lasting memories.
• Be a team player who is an avid learner who wants to be challenged and developed.
• Have a thorough understanding of Forbes and LQA Standards.

This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge and wants to join a fast paced and high performing hotel team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.

In return we offer fantastic industry leading rewards and benefits, including:

• Excellent salary and benefits
• Exceptional opportunity for personal training and development
• Internal transfer and promotion opportunities
• Meals on duty

Terms and conditions apply to all benefits

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Timeless Elegance in Mayfair
Step into the heart of Mayfair and discover Claridge’s, an Art Deco icon that has epitomised understated elegance since the 1850s. Renowned for impeccable service, timeless design, and inspiring dining, this storied hotel offers signature suites and rooms with soaring views across London. From landmark restaurants to hidden-gem bars, every detail—from Afternoon Tea to cocktail hour—stirs the senses. There are many five-star hotels in London but nowhere quite like Claridge’s.