Junior Sous Chef

Are you passionate about food and ready to elevate your culinary career? Firmdale Hotels, a renowned collection of luxury boutique hotels, is seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to join our dynamic team at the prestigious Ham Yard Hotel.

At Firmdale Hotels, we pride ourselves on creating unique and memorable experiences for our guests. Our award-winning hotels are known for their stylish interiors, exceptional service, and innovative cuisine. Each property reflects our commitment to quality and excellence, making Firmdale Hotels a leading name in the hospitality industry.

As a Junior Sous Chef at Ham Yard Hotel, you will play a crucial role in our culinary team, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and presentation. You will work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, assisting with the order of service for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Your creativity and attention to detail will contribute to the exceptional dining experiences that our guests have come to expect.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and assist in the preparation and presentation of all food items.
• Supervise a small team of kitchen staff, ensuring smooth operations during service.
• Monitor stock levels and manage ordering for your section.
• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and safety in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and other team members to develop new menu items.
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of dishes.

What you Need:

• Proven experience in a similar role within a high-pressure, busy kitchen.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a passion for food.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a small team.
• A proactive and positive attitude, with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.

What We Offer:

• Competitive annual salary of £40,550 plus service charge.
• Access to Wagestream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
• Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies)
• Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
• Complimentary meals on shift
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent
• Flexible scheduling without split shifts
• Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
• Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service
• Season ticket loan for convenient commuting
• Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons
• Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions
• Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards
• One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work
• Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
• And much more!!

Why join Firmdale Hotels?

Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design.

We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:

• Times Best Places to Work 2024
• The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade
• Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen – Cateys 2024
• Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Food & Beverage Manager of the Year Finalist - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award
• Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
• Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure ‘IT List’ best hotels in the world
• Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys
• The Soho Hotel and Ham Yard - Conde Nast Traveller 2023 Top Hotels in London.
• Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024.

You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey with Firmdale Hotels and contribute to our legacy of excellence, apply now to join our vibrant team at Ham Yard Hotel!

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.