Executive Sous Chef Sous

At InterContinental London Park Lane , we are currently looking for an Executive Sous Chef to join the team our kitchen brigade in Mayfair, Central London with an immediate start!

Welcome to InterContinental London Park Lane

Located at one of the capital's most prestigious addresses, where the late Queen Elizabeth II once resided. Our hotel redefines traditional luxury, offering a blend of modernity and flexible sophistication in the heart of Mayfair. Inspired by its scenic views overlooking two Royal Parks, our establishment boasts elegant natural interiors and award-winning seasonal cuisine.

Are you a passionate, culinary leader with a flair for delivering exceptional food experiences at large-scale events? We are looking for an Executive Sous Chef – Events to lead our Events Kitchen operations at our prestigious 5-star hotel in the heart of Mayfair.

As a key culinary leader, you will take full ownership of the Events Kitchen ensuring consistent food quality, team performance, and exceptional guest experiences. This is a hands-on role, working closely with kitchen brigades and supporting the main kitchen during non-event periods.

What You’ll Do :

• Lead production, preparation, and delivery for all events, from plated dinners and buffets to live cooking stations.
• Maintain impeccable hygiene and food safety standards (HACCP), ensuring compliance with IHG and brand requirements.
• Coach, train, and develop a talented team of chefs and kitchen porters.
• Collaborate on menu design, food cost management, and kitchen rota planning.
• Influence key decisions around procurement, kitchen budget, and food quality.
• Deliver innovative experiences across various service styles (social events, business meetings, restaurants, and in room dining service).

What We’re Looking For :

Preferred Qualifications :

Why Join Us?

We are part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts family, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, with a portfolio of 19 brands worldwide - which means global opportunities

We are committed to offer and provide our Executive Sous Chef with a competitive salary and a large range of benefits including :

We are open 7 days a week 365 days a year and need people to work a range of shifts and days.

Ready to lead with passion and precision? Please click ‘apply’ now and bring your culinary leadership to the forefront of luxury events

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.