Sous Chef

Sous Chef***Luxury Hotel***

What’s in it for you from day one:

• £51,000 OTE per annum plus other exciting perks and benefits!
• Holiday allowance starting at 28 days and increasing with length of service to 36 days.
• Nutritious free meals on duty.
• Award winning L&D programmes, with over 80 individual courses available, from foundation skills to leadership skills.
• Excellent development opportunities with 80% of our managers being home-grown.
• Two paid volunteering days each year, so we can give back to our communities.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme through our partners at Hospitality Action.
• Monthly tea parties and annual social events, including boat parties and festive events for your little ones.
• Complimentary quality uniform and dry-cleaning services.

What's in it for you later:

• Cycle to work scheme which can save you up to 47% on the bike and equipment.
• Vibrant hotel recognition events and hotel-based incentives, including Employee of the Month and Manager of the Quarter.
• Enhanced maternity pay of 13 weeks, fully paid.
• Enhanced paternity pay of 2 weeks, fully paid.
• £800 baby payment to support you and your baby with the essentials
• Cross-departmental training available within your property, because we know you're a curious individual.
• 50% off on food and 25% off on beverages in selected Red Carnation Hotels F&B outlets.
• Discounted accommodation rates at Red Carnation Hotels in the UK, Ireland, Guernsey, Geneva and South Africa!

We are looking for a talented and motivated Sous Chef to join our exceptional culinary team. You will play a vital role in leading the kitchen, mentoring junior chefs, and delivering exceptional dining experiences in a luxury setting. This full-time position reports directly to the Executive Head Chef.

Location: The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel

Employment Type: Full Time | Permanent

Working Pattern : 5 days across the week

Key Responsibilities of a Sous Chef:

• Oversee and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the kitchen in collaboration with the Head and Executive Chefs.
• Lead and support the kitchen team during service, ensuring consistent quality and presentation across all dishes.
• Develop new dishes and contribute to seasonal menu planning with a focus on creativity, quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Ensure all food is prepared and presented to the highest standard and in line with recipe specifications.
• Maintain excellent standards of hygiene and food safety, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Monitor stock levels, control costs, and manage waste to support overall kitchen profitability.
• Assist in maintaining accurate records including HACCP, allergen information, and cleaning schedules.

What are we looking for:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready for progression, ideally in a luxury or fine dining setting.
• Leadership qualities and the ability to manage and motivate a team under pressure.
• Strong understanding of food cost control, stock rotation, and kitchen organisation.
• Deep knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen management standards.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• A hands-on, proactive approach with a willingness to lead by example.
• Passion for delivering outstanding food and memorable guest experiences.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including weekends and bank holidays.

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection is proud to be recognised as an industry leader in hospitality and people development. We were named Best Employer at the 2025 Cateys and received the prestigious AA’s Hotel Group of the Year award for 2024. We are especially proud of our dedication to developing our people, having received the Princess Royal Training Award three times (2017, 2020, and 2023) from HRH The Princess Royal and City & Guilds.

Our commitment to excellence has earned us multiple accolades including Top Employer in the United Kingdom for both 2024 and 2025, a certification of our outstanding employee conditions and commitment to workplace excellence and Sustainable Business (2023) at The Cateys.

The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel is a four-star boutique hotel in the heart of exclusive Mayfair. Some of its features include 107 bedrooms as well as seven different event spaces, a Butler’s Restaurant, a Terrace Bar, Stanley’s Rooftop Bar, and a Conservatory, where we offer our guests a welcoming, friendly atmosphere and exquisite food and drink.

Red Carnation Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We electronically scan and store a copy of your passport/visa and/or ID card to gain a clear indication of the authenticity of the document and establish the ‘Right to Work’ in the UK.

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