Sous Chef – High-End Corporate Hospitality
Central London
£44,000 + Discretionary Bonus + Paid Overtime
Monday to Friday | 08:00–16:00 | No Weekends
Are you a talented chef with a background in luxury hotels or fine dining looking for a better work-life balance?
Do you have a passion for exceptional food, strong leadership skills, and a desire to work with a world-class team?
We are recruiting for an exceptional Sous Chef to join a prestigious private institution in central London. This is a rare opportunity to work in a high-end environment delivering fine dining experiences without the late nights or weekend pressures.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Supporting the Head Chef in leading a dynamic and professional kitchen team.
- Producing innovative, high-quality dishes for a range of services including a premium buffet, fine dining, private meeting rooms, and high-profile events.
- Upholding exceptional standards across prep, presentation, and service.
- Helping to develop junior chefs and ensure smooth daily operations.
- Occasionally assisting with pastry – pastry experience is a plus.
- A Junior Sous ready to step up – or an established Sous Chef looking for improved work-life balance.
- Background in 5-star hotels, fine dining restaurants, or elite catering environments is essential.
- Excellent man-management and communication skills.
- Calm, professional, and quality-focused with a creative touch.
- Pastry experience is desirable but not essential.
What’s On Offer:
- £44,000 base salary
- Monday to Friday – 08:00–16:00
- Discretionary performance bonus (Approx £5-7k)
- Paid overtime
- No weekends, or split shifts
- A calm, respectful and professional working environment
- Creative input encouraged in an elite kitchen
This is a brilliant opportunity to deliver first-class food in a supportive, high-end environment — perfect for someone seeking to grow their career without compromising on quality or personal time.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Change Hospitality is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we strive to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to deliver excellence.
