Junior Sous Chef

FWP-Kitchen; Borough of Runnymede; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to assist in the management and preparation of food within a 5-star environment. Key responsibilities include ensuring smooth kitchen operations, conducting briefings, maintaining high hygiene standards, and developing the kitchen team. Candidates should possess strong training abilities, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. Join us for competitive compensation and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Free meals on duty

Uniform provided and dry cleaned

Complimentary on-site parking

Discounted employee friends & family rates

Food and beverage discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Life assurance scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a 5-star hotel is a significant advantage.
• A smart and professional appearance is required.
• Resilience and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of the kitchen operation.
• Assist with the management of stock control & procedures.
• Conduct daily briefings and meetings for optimal results.
• Control food wastage and maintain food hygiene standards.
• Support, train, and develop the kitchen team.

Skills

Strong motivational and training abilities

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach to problem-solving

Team support

Job description

Holiday – 28 days holiday, enhanced after 5 years of service.

But there’s more...

• Free meals on duty.
• Uniform offered and dry cleaned.
• Complimentary on‑site parking is available whilst on duty.
• Free limited shuttle service between the hotel and Heathrow Terminal 5 and Egham Station.
• Discounted employee friends & family rates at Arora Hotels.
• Food and beverage discounts.
• Christmas gifts and employee parties.
• Introduce a friend scheme.
• Cycle 2 work scheme.
• UK attraction discounts @ Merlin Entertainments.
• Taste card.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Wage stream.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Arora star employee recognition.
• Long service recognition award.

About us...

Fairmont Windsor Park is a beautiful, heartfelt retreat surrounded by 40 acres of English countryside that blends iconic heritage with modern elegance. Our five‑star hotel includes 251 luxurious bedrooms and suites accompanied by 7 restaurants and bars offering an unrivalled dining experience. The spa and wellness facilities are inspired by nature and the hotel has state‑of‑the‑art conference facilities.

A bit about what you will do...

Junior Sous Chefs have a true passion for food and assist in the day‑to‑day management, preparation and service of all food within the hotel. They ensure that the highest standards of quality and service are maintained and that strict food hygiene controls are upheld in all kitchen areas.

• Ensure the smooth running of the kitchen operation.
• Assist with the management of efficient stock control & procedures.
• Conduct daily briefings and other meetings as needed to obtain optimal results.
• Control food wastage.
• Maintain the highest levels of food hygiene, health and safety.
• Support, train and develop the kitchen team.
• Monitor and compare local competitors’ food operations.

More about you...

• Strong motivational and training abilities.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Resilience and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Value being part of a team and supporting your colleagues.
• Most of all, you have an approachable, positive, and proactive manner.
• A smart and professional appearance.
• Experience in a similar role within a 5‑star hotel is a significant advantage.

Grow with us...

We are growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities. Being part of the Arora group there are exciting opportunities for career progression and development across our properties and brands.

Compensation: Competitive salary