Executive Sous Chef

Mar-Bella Collection is a hospitality group of five award-winning five-star luxury hotels, set in exceptional locations across Greece. The Collection includes MarBella__, Nido – an adults-only member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World – and Avali__, all located in Corfu__, as well as Elix, set against a landscape of outstanding natural beauty in Karavostasi, Thesprotia. The newest addition, Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa, brings the Collection to Elounda, Crete__, set against the unique beauty of the Cretan coastline.

Ready to find your place and grow with us?
For Season 2027, we are looking for an experienced Executive Sous Chef to join the Culinary team at MarBella in Corfu, leading with expertise, creativity and a strong commitment to people and quality.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, and as Executive Sous Chef, you will lead the day-to-day culinary operation of MarBella, ensuring consistency, quality and operational excellence across the hotel's kitchens and Food & Beverage outlets.

You will play a key role in bringing the Executive Chef's culinary direction to life, supporting menu development, coordinating kitchen teams, maintaining high food quality and safety standards, and developing the people who shape every dining experience.

As a senior member of the Culinary leadership team, you will also step into the Executive Chef's responsibilities when required, helping ensure that the overall kitchen operation runs smoothly, efficiently and to the highest standards.

A Day in the Job

Great culinary leadership is visible in every detail – from the organisation of the kitchen and the development of the team to the consistency of every plate leaving the pass.

• You begin by reviewing the day’s operations, occupancy, reservations, events, production needs and culinary priorities with the Executive Chef and senior kitchen team.
• You coordinate the daily operation of the hotel’s kitchens, ensuring effective communication, staffing and workflow across different outlets and production areas.
• You supervise and support Sous Chefs, Head Chefs of the à la carte restaurants, Chefs de Partie and the wider Culinary team, ensuring that each kitchen section is fully prepared and operates smoothly throughout service.
• You monitor food preparation, cooking and presentation to ensure consistently high standards of quality, taste and presentation.
• You work closely with the Executive Chef on menu development, seasonal concepts, recipes and new culinary initiatives.
• You support the standardisation of recipes, presentation guidelines and production methods across the Culinary operation.
• You coach, mentor and develop kitchen team members, helping them strengthen their skills and progress within the team.
• You contribute to workforce planning, shift organisation and the effective allocation of kitchen resources according to operational needs.
• You monitor food usage, stock levels, portioning and waste, supporting effective food-cost and inventory management.
• You collaborate with Purchasing, Stores and other departments to help ensure the quality and availability of ingredients and supplies.
• You ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, health and safety procedures, as well as Mar-Bella Collection’s internal standards.
• You monitor kitchen equipment and facilities, identifying maintenance needs and ensuring timely follow-up.
• You work closely with the Food & Beverage team to ensure smooth coordination between kitchen and service.
• You respond to special dietary requirements, guest requests and operational challenges with professionalism, flexibility and attention to detail.
• When required, you step in for the Executive Chef and take responsibility for the smooth running of the Culinary operation.
• Above all, you lead by example, creating a kitchen culture built on professionalism, respect, discipline, collaboration and pride in the craft.

Is This You?

Essential qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Executive Sous Chef, Senior Sous Chef or experienced Sous Chef, preferably within a five-star luxury hotel, resort or high-volume premium hospitality environment.
• Strong operational knowledge of professional kitchen management and multi-outlet culinary operations, with excellent knowledge of culinary techniques, food production, quality control and presentation standards.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills, with the ability to guide, motivate and develop kitchen teams.
• Solid understanding of food-cost control, inventory management, portion control and waste reduction.
• Excellent knowledge and practical application of HACCP, food hygiene and safety standards.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm, decisive and effective in a demanding, fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with professionalism, consistency and the ability to lead by example.
• Good command of Greek and English.
• Flexibility to work according to the operational needs of a seasonal luxury resort, including weekends and holidays.

Additional qualifications – a plus:

• Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality or a related field.
• Previous experience in a luxury resort with multiple restaurants and culinary concepts.
• Knowledge of international cuisines and contemporary culinary trends.
• Experience in menu development, recipe standardisation and culinary concept implementation.
• Experience in training and developing Sous Chefs, Chef de Parties and junior culinary team members.

Benefits

What We Offer You

• Accommodation and daily meals throughout the season.
• Work uniform and cleaning service.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Career development and internal progression opportunities within Mar-Bella Collection.
• The opportunity to take on a key Culinary leadership role within a complex five-star hotel operation.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced hospitality professionals and contribute to the continued development of MarBella's culinary identity.
• The opportunity to build experience within an award-winning luxury hospitality group.
• A professional, ambitious and team-oriented working environment where leadership, initiative and contribution are valued.

At Mar-Bella Collection, we believe that exceptional hospitality starts with people who feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.

BELONG. Be Yourself, Grow Together.

Ready to grow with us? Join the Culinary team at MarBella in Corfu for Season 2027 and take the next step in your culinary leadership career with Mar-Bella Collection.