Cook (Chef)

Staycity Group; London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly expanding aparthotel operator as a Cook. Collaborate with a small kitchen team to create exceptional dining experiences, focusing on high-quality, locally sourced food. Enjoy benefits including family leave, flexible working patterns, and opportunities for learning and community engagement.

Benefits

Paid family leave

Flexible working patterns

Discounted rates for stays

Education Support

Volunteer days

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in cooking.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a small kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Cook with executing the all-day dining menu.
• Maintain food costs, inventory, and ensure high standards of guest service.
• Engage actively in community initiatives.

Skills

Collaboration skills

Passion for cooking

Job description

Welcome toWilde, a thriving, exciting and rapidly expanding aparthotel operator, making waves across the heart of Europe! With an impressive track record of multiple new aparthotels opening each year, we’re on an unstoppable journey, with exceptional properties across iconic European cities like London, Berlin, Edinburgh, Lisbon and Vienna

We are on the search for our nextCook (Chef) to help us create a truly amazing Wilde experience for our guests. At Wilde our Irish heritage mixes with local cultures to form new experiences that are unique to each city, and each Wilde. Join now and unleash your unique potential!

Benefits: We want you and your loved ones to thrive, we’ll support your health, wellness, learning and development and if you decide it’s time to start or grow a family rest assured we celebrate that too:

• Paid family leave

• Maternity Leave: 26 weeks fully paid (>1 year of service)
• Paternity Leave: 6 weeks fully paid (>1 year of service)
• Surrogacy Leave: 24 weeks fully paid (>1 year of service)
• Adoptive Leave: 24 weeks fully paid (>1 year of service)

• Flexible working patterns including full and part time roles to support all team members
• Cycle to work scheme- to support a healthy lifestyle and our planet (only applicable in Ireland/UK)
• Discounted rates for overnight stays for you, and your family and friends
• Refer and earn scheme if you successfully refer a friend to work with us
• Cycle to work scheme- to support a healthy lifestyle and our planet (only applicable in Ireland/UK)
• Education Support to help you foster new skills, build confidence and flourish
• Volunteer days: 2 paid volunteer days per year to support causes in your local community
• EAP: Support for you and your family when you need it with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We would love you to have:

• Passionate and knowledgeable Cook, capable of working alone or as part of a small kitchen team. Ideally you will have 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Good collaboration skills are essential as part of the wider Wilde team

What you can do for us:

• Assist the Senior Cook with the execution of our all-day dining menu;- with a focus on high quality, health conscious and locally sourced produce to delight our guests, whether they be staying with us, or popping in to meet with their friends, family or colleagues.
• Work as part of the small kitchen team, assisting the Senior Cook with maintaining food costs and inventory, organising tastings with support from our culinary consultant, ensuring high standards of guest service and safety, supporting team learning and development, compliance, P&L management, and supporting the General Manager to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

• Be the Ultimate Brand Ambassador: Take ownership of your role with enthusiasm, energy, and a touch of flair—become the face of Wilde and represent us with pride.
• Stay Driven, Stay Motivated: Strive for excellence every day—set ambitious goals and exceed them. We work together to push boundaries and celebrate our collective success.
• Push the Boundaries of Excellence: Constantly seek opportunities to innovate and improve. Your drive to make things better propels us all toward greater success.
• Show Kindness and Respect: Foster a culture of respect, inclusivity, and kindness, ensuring everyone feels valued and part of the team.
• Engage with the Community: Actively participate in local charity events and initiatives, building strong relationships within the community and contribute to our collective mission

If you possess the ability to navigate through challenges with a blend of kindness and clarity, we'd love to hear from you! Whether you're a seasoned expert or someone with a burning desire to grow and learn, we believe that variety is the spice of life, and there's a place for you in our vibrant team. So, join us in this exciting and ever-evolving journey, where you'll be encouraged to reach your full potential. Let's make the world a little brighter, one guest at a time.

Start your Wilde journey today! Take the leap and click "apply" now!