Luxury department store Harvey Nichols is seeking an exceptional Junior Sous Chef to support both our Pastry Kitchen and Main Kitchen within our iconic Fifth Floor restaurant in Knightsbridge.

About the Role

As Junior Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef in the day-to-day leadership of both the Pastry and Main Kitchen. This is a dynamic position requiring versatility, technical skill, and confident leadership across multiple sections.

You will:

• Support the leadership and development of the brigade across pastry and savoury sections, ensuring consistency, discipline, and excellence at every service.

• Demonstrate strong technical ability from refined dessert execution to precision-led savoury cookery maintaining the highest standards across all dishes.

• Oversee mise en place, service flow, and section readiness to ensure seamless delivery during lunch, dinner, and high-profile events.

• Step confidently into service leadership when required, maintaining composure and clear communication under pressure.

• Uphold the highest standards of hygiene, health, safety, and food handling across both kitchens.

• Assist with ordering, stock control, margin management, and minimising waste in line with business expectations.

• Train, mentor, and inspire junior chefs, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Lead by example, embodying professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.

Is This You?

We are looking for a driven and polished culinary professional ready to elevate their career within a luxury environment.

• Do you have experience at Senior Chef de Partie or Junior Sous level within a premium or fine-dining kitchen?

• Are you confident working across both pastry and savoury sections?

• Can you lead a team with calm authority while maintaining exceptional attention to detail?

• Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance kitchen where standards are uncompromising?

• Are you passionate about luxury hospitality and delivering memorable dining experiences?

What We’re Looking For

• Strong technical knowledge across classical and contemporary techniques

• A natural leader with excellent communication skills

• Financial awareness and understanding of kitchen operations

• Flexibility and commitment, particularly during evenings and weekends

• A genuine desire to grow within a brand synonymous with style, quality, and distinction

What’s Next?

If you are ready to take ownership, inspire a brigade, and refine your leadership within one of London’s most distinguished culinary destinations, this could be your defining career move.

Click Apply and begin your next chapter with Harvey Nichols in Knightsbridge.