Family Room Chef

Ham Yard Hotel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique hotel in Greater London is seeking a dedicated Family Room Chef to join its culinary team. This role involves planning and preparing meals for our staff, ensuring they receive nutritious and delicious food throughout their shifts. The ideal candidate will have previous cooking experience, strong organisational skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary of £32,200 and various benefits, including health plans and discounts to support our team's well-being.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Access to Wagestream financial wellbeing app

Health cash plan

Discounted cinema tickets and gym membership

Complimentary meals on shift

Referral bonus scheme

Flexible scheduling

Dry cleaning service

Enhanced holiday allowance

Season ticket loan

Ongoing training and professional development

Regular social events

Cycle to work scheme

Annual long service awards

Paid day for volunteering work

Exclusive discounts at partner hotels

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Genuine passion for food and a desire to create delicious meals.
• Exceptional attention to detail under pressure.
• Strong organisational skills to multitask effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily meals for team members.
• Cook and serve meals during designated service times.
• Monitor food levels and replenish items as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with the culinary team on seasonal menus.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff.

Skills

Cooking experience in a professional kitchen environment

Passion for food

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

At Firmdale Hotels, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional experiences for both our guests and our team. Our Ham Yard Hotel is currently seeking a dedicated and talented Family Room Chef to be an integral part of our culinary team. If you have a passion for creating delicious meals and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Firmdale Hotels is a renowned boutique hotel group with a reputation for excellence in hospitality. With a collection of unique properties in prime locations across London and New York, we offer our guests distinctive experiences infused with charm, sophistication, and unparalleled service. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a vibrant and collaborative environment where your skills and creativity are valued and encouraged.

As a Family Room Chef at Ham Yard Hotel, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well‑being and satisfaction of our hardworking team members. Your primary responsibility will be to plan, prepare, and cook delicious meals for our team members, providing them with nourishing and flavourful food to fuel their workday. From breakfast to dinner, you will create dishes that delight the palate and foster a sense of camaraderie among our team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily meals for our team members, ensuring a variety of nutritious and delicious options.
• Cook and serve meals during designated service times, maintaining high standards of quality and presentation.
• Monitor food levels and replenish items as needed to ensure all team members are well fed and satisfied.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the family room kitchen, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards at all times.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop seasonal menus and special offerings for staff meals.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and other team members to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service.
• Assist with inventory management, including ordering and stock rotation, to minimise waste and maximise efficiency.
• Uphold Firmdale Hotels' commitment to excellence by delivering memorable dining experiences to our valued team members.

What you Need

• Previous cooking experience in a professional kitchen environment is essential.
• A genuine passion for food and a desire to create delicious meals that bring joy to others.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to maintain high standards under pressure.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

We Offer

• Competitive annual salary of £32,200 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.

Awards and Accolades

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

• Proud winners of The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025
• The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade
• Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen – Cateys 2024
• Food & Beverage Manager of the Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
• Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 2025
• Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award 2025
• Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024
• Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 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
• Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024

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!

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.