Sous Chef (Banqueting) - JW Marriott Grosvenor House London

Role summary

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The Banqueting Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and kitchen leadership team in delivering high-quality food for conferences, weddings, receptions and other large-scale events. Requirements typically include professional culinary training, substantial experience in a hotel, restaurant or banqueting kitchen, strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards, and the ability to lead and motivate a team. The successful candidate is expected to organise kitchen operations, maintain consistent quality and presentation, control food costs, manage stock, coordinate service timings and uphold Marriott’s standards. Flexibility is essential, as the role involves early starts, late finishes, weekends and busy seasonal periods. Strong communication, organisation, creativity and the ability to remain calm under pressure are also important.

About the employer

JW Marriott Grosvenor House London is a luxury hotel located on Park Lane in Mayfair, one of London’s most prestigious areas. The hotel is part of Marriott International, a global hospitality company operating thousands of hotels and resorts worldwide across a broad portfolio of brands. Grosvenor House is recognised for its premium accommodation, extensive meeting and event facilities, fine dining, afternoon tea and large-scale banqueting operations. Its food and beverage teams cater to business functions, weddings, private celebrations and major social events. As a JW Marriott property, the hotel places strong emphasis on refined service, guest wellbeing, professional development and attention to detail. Employees may benefit from Marriott’s international career opportunities, training programmes, staff discounts and broader benefits, subject to local terms and eligibility.