Junior Sous Chef

Maybourne Hotel Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel group in London is seeking a full-time Junior Sous Chef to join their award-winning kitchen team. The role involves collaborating closely with the Head Chef, training the team, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional dishes. Ideal candidates will have proven kitchen experience, preferably in a Michelin-star environment, and a passion for quality ingredients. This position offers a competitive salary and a cultural commitment to employee wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Complimentary staff meals

Up to five extra annual leave days

Subsidised massage and health treatments

Life assurance

Eye care support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Colleague discounts at Maybourne properties

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a quality driven kitchen/restaurant.
• Experience in luxury hospitality is essential.
• Ability to work with fresh and quality ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head Chef and Hélène Darroze to run the kitchen.
• Train and develop the kitchen brigade.
• Create and deliver quality products and dishes.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Experience in Michelin starred environment

Team collaboration

Passion for quality ingredients

Job description

We are looking for a talented and passionate full-time Junior Sous Chef to join our Hélène Darroze Kitchen team at the award-winning 5-Star Deluxe hotel – The Connaught.

To arrive at The Connaught is to belong. Discover a hotel of warm hospitality and effortless style, a beacon of Mayfair Village for over two-hundred years; home to a community united by the allure of the exceptional.Here, heritage and heart unite, discretion is our promise, and the pleasure to please is a way of life.

The Role:

As Junior Sous Chef, you will be both creative and motivated and will work closely with the Head Chef and Hélène Darroze. You will play a key role in the day to day running of the fine dining kitchen. You will actively take part in training and developing the skill of your brigade. You will be a talented and passionate chef, committed to your team and to creating and delivering quality products and dishes.

Responsibilities:

You will have excellent communication skills, be able to prioritise and multi-task and have a passion for working with fresh and quality ingredients. You will have proven experience in a quality driven kitchen and restaurant environment. Having experience of working in a Michelin starred environment is essential.

Who You Are:

• Someone who naturally embodies elegance, warmth, and quiet confidence.
• Previous experience in luxury hospitality.
• A calm, composed presence with an eye for thoughtful detail.
• A team player who believes service is an art and people are at the heart.

A Rewarding Career with Maybourne

At Maybourne, we are proud to offer a thoughtfully curated selection of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, nurture your development, and celebrate your milestones - both personal and professional.

Health & Wellbeing

• Complimentary access to our all-day dining staff restaurant, offering nourishing and seasonal dishes.
• Option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave per year.
• Monthly access to subsidised massage and podiatry treatments.
• A programme of wellbeing initiatives, from mental health support to physical activity.
• 24-hour confidential assistance helpline.
• On- and off-site Occupational Health support.
• Life assurance through our Death in Service scheme.
• Eye care support, including vouchers and contributions towards glasses*
• Flu vaccination vouchers*
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Recognition & Growth

• An extra paid day’s leave to celebrate your birthday.
• Instant recognition and award programme, celebrating extraordinary contributions.
• Dedicated in-house training and development to support your personal and professional growth.
• Monthly colleague awards with generous prizes.
• Opportunities for internal progression and cross-property moves.
• ‘Introduce a Star’ referral scheme – with rewards of up to £1,500*
• Long service celebrations to honour your continued dedication.

Financial Care

• A highly competitive salary package
• Increased holiday entitlement after 3 and 5 years of service
• Family-first policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Season ticket travel loans
• A generous pension scheme*
• Smart Tech Benefit – Opportunity to buy electrical goods with monthly repayments to help you spread out the cost.

Moments to Remember

• Exceptional colleague rates of £50 per night across Maybourne properties for you and your family
• A hosted ‘Guest Experience Stay’ — immerse yourself in the full Maybourne experience*
• 50% off food and beverage across our restaurants and bars*
• Invitations to a year-round calendar of cherished colleague events – from the Maybourne Picnic to our festive celebrations.
• Thoughtful gifts to mark weddings, new arrivals, and retirements

*Selected benefits are subject to terms and conditions.

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.

This is a full-time role requiring 48 hours per week.