Head Chef

Accor; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular hospitality brand in London seeks a Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Sous Chef and a passion for working with fresh seasonal ingredients. Responsibilities include training team members, managing kitchen operations, and maintaining food costs. The position offers a competitive salary, extra benefits, and a vibrant workplace culture.

Benefits

A competitive salary

28 days holiday + pension scheme

Health Cash Back Plan

Free night at Mama London

Up to 50% off rooms globally

30% off food and drinks

Extra holiday days after two years

Fantastic training program

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy kitchen as a Sous Chef.
• Strong knowledge of menu and recipes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen and floor staff.

Responsibilities

• Follow directives from the Executive Chef.
• Maintain a clean work station at all times.
• Train and organize daily tasks for the kitchen team.

Skills

Experience working with fresh seasonal ingredients

Enjoys working in a busy kitchen

Has experience working as a Sous chef previously

Enjoys training and developing their team

Understands the importance of cost-effective recipes

Knows how to place orders for kitchen

Job description

Company Description

Founded in 2008 by Serge Trigano and his sons Jérémie and Benjamin (co‑founders of Club Med), Mama Shelter is a creator of living spaces and a daily director! These are atypical places where everyone feels at home, born from a blend of influences, freedoms, sensations and emotions. Each Mama tells the story of the city in which it is located, and all influences blend together. We offer our guests a joyful atmosphere and exceptional service at an affordable price.

More than just rooms and restaurants, Mama Shelter is a dynamic vibe: they are true urban refuges, not only aesthetically pleasing and modern but also popular, welcoming and sexy. Whatever your role, we’re all here to make the customer experience unforgettable. Our mission: to bring little moments of happiness to people. Our growth has enabled us to offer our teams great career paths through internal development and international mobility, and it’s not a question of diplomas or years of experience.

Mama Shelter is part of Ennismore, a creative hotel group rooted in cultures and destinations, with a global portfolio of brands. Ennismore is a joint venture with Accor, founded in 2021.

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Our commitment to diversity and inclusion: Mama is an inclusive company and our ambition is to recruit and promote diverse talent. Our advertisements are gender‑neutral, so the masculine gender is used here to lighten the text.

Job Description

• Follow instructions according to Ex Chef’s directives
• Keep a clean and tidy work station at all times
• Full knowledge of menu and recipes
• Brief all sections during menu changes
• Run all services as required
• Training of teams and organization of daily tasks for each section
• Anticipate orders according to bookings and occupancy
• Keep food cost aligned with budget communicated by Director of Finance
• Assist Executive Chef with any tastings, menu changes
• Communicate with floor staff regarding food stocks, allergens and any necessary kitchen activity

Qualifications

• Experience working with fresh seasonal ingredients
• Enjoys working in a busy kitchen
• Has experience working as a Sous chef previously
• Enjoys training and developing their team
• Understands the importance of cost‑effective recipes, GPs
• Knows how to place orders for kitchen

Additional Information

What’s in it for you…

• A competitive salary and extra benefits package (10% bonus if managerial role)
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) + pension scheme
• A Health Cash Back Plan to claim money back and gain access to support for your physical wellbeing, private medical, dental and optical support
• Enjoy a free night at Mama London and a meal for two upon completion of probationary period
• Goes without saying, but we’ll feed you during your shift
• Up to 50% off rooms globally across the Accor, Ennismore and Mama Hotels for you and your nearest and dearest
• 30% off food and drinks for you to enjoy at any of our Ennismore locations
• From completing two years of service gain an extra day of holiday for each year completed, capped at 32 days
• A fantastic training program to get you settled into the business and progress through the ranks
• Regular team get‑togethers, bi‑annual parties – Mama knows how to have a good time!
• Perks at work with discount over clothes brands, travelling etc
• Wagestream with discount over clothes brands, travelling etc
• A brilliant place to work which encourages a family and friendly atmosphere

Important to know…

Only those eligible to work in the UK or have a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered for the above position. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.