Sous Chef - W Costa Navarino (2026)

About the role

W Costa Navarino, part of the Costa Navarino destination in Messinia, Greece, is looking for a Sous Chef. The post supports the Chef De Cuisine, helps develop the menu, leads the kitchen team in the chef's absence, mentors junior sous chefs and colleagues in training, and supervises the overall operation of the kitchen stations.

Key responsibilities

• Estimate and communicate daily production needs
• Demonstrate proper and safe use of all kitchen equipment
• Respond to guests' needs during opening hours
• Support food cost control and define productivity standards with quality requirements
• Check that food and beverage orders match stock levels
• Ensure weekly wage overtime forecasts are submitted and authorised by the Chef, and that weekly time sheets are accurate
• Know standard procedures for food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation
• Manage the kitchen budget and delegate tasks to prep cooks
• Plan menus according to seasonal availability and stay up to date with food industry trends

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the sector, including at least 2 years as a Sous Chef in an international 5-star hotel chain
• Culinary degree
• Fluent English; Greek is desirable
• High energy, ability to work under pressure, good organisational and interpersonal skills, efficient time management and strong leadership

Required skills

• Good hygiene knowledge and HACCP standards
• Strong computer skills
• Budget management

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Private medical plan
• Accommodation near Costa Navarino for non-Messinian associates
• Meals provided on site
• Ongoing training and development, possible task force assignments abroad in Marriott hotels
• Use of Costa Navarino facilities and access to the online wellness platform
• Discounts at Marriott hotels worldwide