Sous Chef - Event Kitchen

The Chancery Rosewood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 complimentary room nights

Discounts on Food & Beverage

Flexible benefits app

Paid volunteering day

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Birthday day off

Life insurance

Enhanced sick pay policy

Job summary

The Chancery Rosewood in Greater London is seeking an experienced Sous Chef. You will support the Executive Chef in leading kitchen operations to ensure high standards of food quality and presentation.

Key responsibilities include managing daily kitchen operations, training junior chefs, and assisting in menu development. The position offers numerous benefits including discounts on F&B and complimentary room nights across The Rosewood portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to lead and train junior kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Lead the kitchen team during service.
• Maintain consistency in food preparation and presentation.
• Supervise, train, and develop junior brigade members.
• Assist with menu development and innovation.

Skills

Food presentation

Kitchen management

Culinary techniques

Team leadership

Food safety and hygiene

Job description

The Chancery Rosewood is redefining luxury in Mayfair, housed in the former U.S. Embassy and reimagined by Sir David Chipperfield. With 144 suites by Joseph Dirand and a collection of dynamic dining and bar spaces, it’s a place where experiences are curated, conversations flow, and every detail matters.

As Sous Chef, you will support the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in leading the kitchen brigade, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency. The embodiment of Rosewood's Relationship Hospitality, you bring craft, precision, and genuine passion to every plate you send.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in the management of daily kitchen operations
• Lead the kitchen team during service, ensuring smooth execution and high-quality delivery
• Maintain consistency in food preparation, taste, and presentation
• Supervise, train, and develop junior members of the brigade
• Ensure all health, safety, and food hygiene standards are strictly adhered to
• Assist with menu development, seasonal changes, and innovation
• Monitor stock levels, ordering, and cost control to minimise waste
• Uphold cleanliness and organisation across all kitchen areas
• Collaborate closely with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless guest experiences

About You

• Connection — You cultivate warm, authentic relationships with colleagues at every level, fostering a collaborative kitchen environment and leading briefings that motivate and prepare those around you.
• Guest-Centricity — You understand that the guest experience begins on your section. You take pride in the precision, consistency, and care behind every dish, knowing that your craft is central to delivering a five-star experience.
• Influencing — You articulate culinary standards with confidence and genuine enthusiasm, sharing your knowledge and technique with junior chefs to raise the collective standard of the kitchen.
• Integrity — You uphold food safety, hygiene, and operational protocols without compromise, taking personal responsibility for a safe, well‑ordered, and impeccably maintained section.
• Drive — You bring energy and focus to every service, taking full ownership of preparation and continuously developing your knowledge — including ingredients, allergens, provenance, and technique.
• Adaptability — You embrace flexibility across different sections and service styles, remaining calm and solution‑focused when priorities shift and proactively contributing ideas that improve the kitchen's output and culture.

What we can offer you

• 12 complimentary room nights across The Rosewood Hotel portfolio (friends & family rates also available)
• Discounts on Food & Beverage
• Flexible benefits app and monthly allowance to spend on whatever you like
• Give days - A paid volunteering day of leave annually
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Birthday day off - A paid day of leave for your birthday
• Life insurance
• Enhanced sick pay policy

Diversity & Inclusion

At Rosewood, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging. We ensure a fair, transparent hiring process and are dedicated to creating opportunities for all, regardless of background.

About Rosewood

Rosewood Hotel Group is built on relationship hospitality—where genuine connections shape luxury experiences. Across our hotels, we push boundaries, embrace individuality, and create spaces that feel both welcoming and extraordinary.