Junior Sous Chef
hace 11 horas
£39700 anual
Jornada completa
South Kensington, London
Are you a culinary enthusiast looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your talent? Look no further! Firmdale Hotels invites you to become our newest Junior Sous Chef at the prestigious Number Sixteen Hotel. As a Junior Sous Chef at Number Sixteen Hotel, you will be at the heart of our culinary operations, contributing to the seamless delivery of exceptional dining experiences. Your role will involve collaborating with our talented kitchen team to ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency are maintained. Responsibilities: • Utilise your culinary expertise to assist in the preparation and execution of breakfast, lunch, and dinner services., • Thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating confidence and composure during peak periods., • Lead by example, supervising and motivating a small team to achieve culinary excellence., • Maintain meticulous attention to detail, ensuring each dish meets our exacting standards of presentation and taste., • Take ownership of stock management and ordering for your section, optimising inventory levels and minimising waste., • Showcase your organisational and communication skills, effectively liaising with colleagues to coordinate kitchen activities seamlessly., • Collaborate closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chefs to uphold the hotel's culinary reputation and exceed guest expectations. What you Need: • Previous experience in a similar culinary role, ideally within a high-pressure environment., • A genuine passion for food and a dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences., • Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence., • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively., • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders., • A team player mentality, with a willingness to support your colleagues and contribute to the overall success of the kitchen. What We Offer: • Competitive salary of £39,700 per annum plus service charge., • Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies), • Complimentary meals on shift, • Flexible scheduling without split shifts, • Paid overtime for working Bank Holidays, • Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service, • Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons, • Refer a friend bonus and earn over £500, • Access to Stream, our financial wellbeing app - access your earnings before pay day, automate your savings and be supported with financial coaching, • Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks, • Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants, • Dry cleaning service for uniform and discounted personal items, • Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions, • One paid volunteering day, every year, • Annual long service awards with rewards at key milestones, • Season ticket loan for convenient commuting, • Cycle to work scheme, • And much more!... About Us Situated in the heart of South Kensington, Number Sixteen is part of our Townhouse Collection, a carefully curated group of hotels in some of London's most coveted residential neighbourhoods. Behind its elegant white stucco façade, you'll find 41 individually designed bedrooms, a beautiful light-filled Orangery and a leafy courtyard garden, all just a short stroll from Kensington Gardens and the Victoria & Albert Museum. This is a hotel that offers something genuinely rare: a sense of calm and intimacy in the middle of one of the world's great cities. We look for people who share that attention to detail and who find real fulfilment in making guests feel truly at home. You'll be joining an award-winning team: • Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, 2025 & 2026, • One Michelin Key, 2024, 2025, • One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Orangery, 2026, • Best Afternoon Tea, Country & Townhouse, 2024, • Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024, • Best Garden Hotel, Brighter Kensington and Chelsea Awards, 2025, • Best Garden Hotel, The London Garden Society, 2023 You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/ Firmdale Hotels was founded in London, in 1985 by husband and wife team, Tim and Kit Kemp. Today, Firmdale has grown to include hotels and private residences across London and New York as well restaurants, bars, spas, an online shop, interior design studio and Laundry facility. Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage
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