- Location
- 9641 Sunset Blvd (View map)Beverly Hills 90210USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Compensation
- $76,000–81,000/year
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
About Dorchester Collection
Dorchester Collection operates hotels including The Dorchester in London, Hôtel Plaza Athénée and Le Meurice in Paris, and The Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles County. Its properties hire across rooms, restaurants, kitchens, engineering and guest services.
The Sous Chef manages kitchen staff, supports scheduling and personnel administration, oversees food quality, recipes, inventory, equipment and kitchen safety, and contributes to guest-specific menus and requests at The Beverly Hills Hotel. This permanent, full-time role requires at least 2 years of Sous Chef experience in a high-volume, fine-dining restaurant; luxury hotel experience is preferred. Annual compensation is $76,000–$81,000.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage the team of cooks and assist with weekly labor schedules, revising them as needed.
- Encourage, motivate and remain accessible to employees; assist with administering, coordinating and distributing information to kitchen employees.
- Maintain accurate scheduling, payroll and employee records, and provide People & Culture with information needed to keep personnel files current.
- Provide feedback to the Culinary Director and Executive Sous Chef to support kitchen employee performance reviews.
- Maintain a neat, clean and safe working environment; organize and maintain food storage, rotation and utilization.
- Taste and review food products daily to ensure quality and consistency in preparation and presentation.
- Assist with developing, implementing and maintaining recipes, presentations and products; implement daily specials as directed by the Culinary Director or Executive Sous Chef.
- Attend weekly kitchen meetings; analyze and monitor daily operations reports; track inventory, place orders, monitor equipment maintenance and condition, and ensure kitchen operations comply with state and federal health and safety codes.
- Oversee food production, preparation, plating and garnishing to deliver a high-quality guest experience.
- Cook in any kitchen, cover any service, adapt to the operational schedule and assist wherever needed across the Culinary department.
- Fulfill guest requests involving menu and recipe planning and development, dietary restrictions and special occasions.
- Report imperfections and blemishes in the hotel and work with other positions to correct them.
- Communicate with other departments and the wider hotel team to maintain alignment and foster a We Care culture while upholding hotel standards.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume, fine-dining restaurant; luxury hotel experience preferred.
- Represent the hotel’s Vision, Values and culture through daily work.
- Comfort communicating in English, the hotel’s primary language.
- Strong communication skills and a strong customer-service ethic.
- Attention to detail.
- Talent and commitment to service excellence and creativity.
- Commitment to working together and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Flexibility to work varying schedules, including weekends and holidays, to meet the hotel’s business needs.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years as a Sous Chef in a high-volume, fine-dining restaurant; luxury hotel experience preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Beverly Hills, California, USA, within easy reach of Los Angeles.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 76,000 to USD 81,000 per annum.
Benefits
Complimentary annual stays with breakfast at each of the 10 Dorchester Collection hotels, subject to availability and seniority terms; 50% off at bars and restaurants across Dorchester Collection hotels; development opportunities, including Service Excellence Training, Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Trainings and Monthly Lunch & Learns; social events, including quarterly Employee Appreciation Day events, quarterly Employee Awards and an annual End of Year Gala; free meals on duty; access to a discount platform featuring thousands of retailers; medical, dental and vision benefits; retirement scheme.
Culture
Each hotel has its own kitchens, service teams and history. In Paris, for example, a sommelier at Le Relais Plaza works at Hôtel Plaza Athénée, while the pastry team at Le Meurice prepares work for a different house.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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