Chef de Rang - The Lobby

The Peninsula London; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in London is seeking a Chef de Rang to oversee food and beverage service within the Lobby Restaurant. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year’s experience in the luxury hotel sector and possess extensive knowledge of food and beverages. Responsibilities include providing exceptional service, training F&B attendants, and maintaining high service standards.

Benefits

Market-leading remuneration

Service charge

Attractive benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in food and beverage in a luxury hotel.
• Good knowledge of food and beverage, especially wines.

Responsibilities

• Provide discreet and unobtrusive service to guests.
• Ensure understanding of food and beverage items and preparation methods.
• Attend training and deliver training to F&B Attendants.

Skills

Knowledge of food and beverage

Experience in luxury hotel F&B

Ability to work under pressure

Training and mentoring skills

Friendly and positive attitude

Job description

The Peninsula London is excited to announce that we are seeking a Chef de Rang to work within our Lobby Restaurant overseeing a team of F&B Attendants and reporting to the Assistant Managers and Supervisors. The Peninsula Hotels are renowned for the Lobby experience, with live music, a luxurious setting, and food and beverage service at the highest level; which, our guests have become accustomed to and that is synonymous with our brand. A Chef de Rang is responsible for activities related to service within the Lobby, including the preparation of service and working within a team. This position will have a great passion for service and be able to translate this into a special guest experience.

• An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London
• Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits
• Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team

Key Accountabilities

• Perform a friendly yet discreet and unobtrusive service in greeting, seating, and waiting on all guests.
• Understand all food and beverage items ordered, including ingredients, methods of preparation, and proper service. Focus on the sequence of service standards.
• With excellent knowledge of food and beverage items, you will also ensure you both attend relevant training and then deliver and train the F&B Attendants.

General Requirements

• Good knowledge of food and beverage with an emphasis on wines.
• Experience of 1 year or more within the food and beverage department in a luxury hotel and an understanding of the 3 main meal periods and demands.
• Friendly and positive with a flexible approach and confidence to guide a team.
• Ability to work under pressure.

We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.