Junior Sous Chef

Kitchen Chefs; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free hotel breaks

Wellbeing platform

Cycle to work

Maternity/Paternity leave

Training programs

Wellbeing support

Free meals on duty

On-site parking

Uniforms provided

Job summary

The Athenaeum, a luxury hotel in London, seeks an experienced Bakery and Pastry Supervisor to lead day-to-day kitchen operations to the highest standards. You will ensure HACCP/COSHH compliance, uphold strict hygiene, and liaise with floor staff to deliver outstanding pastry and bakery offerings.

We offer a warm, family-owned atmosphere, competitive salary and benefits including free hotel breaks, wellbeing support, and training opportunities to support your professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising bakery and pastry operations.
• Knowledge of HACCP and COSHH compliance.
• Ability to liaise with floor staff and other departments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day supervision, preparation and service of all bakery and pastry items to high standards.
• Maintain strict hygiene controls in all kitchen areas under supervision.
• Deputise to ensure smooth running of the food operation and kitchen cleanliness.
• To ensure agreed quality of produce is monitored, and appropriate action is taken when standards are not met and GSS targets are not achieved.
• To liaise with floor staff and other departments where necessary.
• To fully understand HACCP and COSHH and take appropriate action to maintain a safe and equitable working environment whilst being sensitive to, and aware of, business levels to maintain a disciplined but harmonious department.

Skills

Bakery pastry supervision

Hygiene control

Team coordination

Job description

The Athenaeum is an independent, family-owned luxury hotel and residences overlooking Green Park, moments from Buckingham Palace and London’s most prestigious neighbourhoods. Offering a warm, authentic approach to luxury, the hotel combines an Original Local spirit with the feel of a welcoming haven in the heart of the city.

With beautifully appointed accommodation, a spa, restaurant and bar, The Athenaeum is a full-service haven where our people deliver genuine care, surprise and delight every day.

As part of Sir Richard Sutton Ltd, we offer the opportunity to grow within a family-owned business where individuality is valued, and our teams feel supported, trusted and proud of the experience they create together.

The Role

• Oversee day-to-day supervision, preparation and service of all bakery and pastry items to high standards.
• Maintain strict hygiene controls in all kitchen areas under your supervision.
• Deputise to ensure smooth running of the food operation and kitchen cleanliness.
• To ensure agreed quality of produce is monitored, and appropriate action is taken when standards are not met and GSS targets are not achieved.
• To liaise with floor staff and other departments where necessary.
• To fully understand HACCP and COSHH and take appropriate action to maintain a safe and equitable working environment whilst being sensitive to, and aware of, business levels to maintain a disciplined but harmonious department.

Our Benefits

• Here are just some of the benefits you can enjoy when you join us:
• Free and discounted hotel breaks - From the first day of service, you can benefit from a free break of one or two days in any Sutton Hotel Collection hotel, in a 12-month period. Additionally, you, your family and your friends are also entitled to discounted stays across all of our hotels including dining in our restaurants.
• Heka benefits platform – your access to Heka begins from day one and is pre-loaded with a balance of £150 to use against a wide range of wellness focussed products, experiences and schemes including health cash plans and gym memberships.
• Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work, tech and electric vehicles (T&Cs apply)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave (26 weeks at 90% for expectant mothers, four weeks leave at 90% for fathers)
• Annual social and celebration events.
• Learning and Development - An extensive range of training opportunities are available to facilitate your personal development including our in-house Catalyst Aspire and Inspire programmes and external study sponsorship.
• Wisdom Wellbeing - A confidential, 24/365 service offering CBT, therapy, up-to-date information, support and advice on a broad range of subjects.

We also provide you with all the basic benefits such as free nutritious and tasty meals on duty, complimentary on-site parking (where available), and bespoke uniforms for uniformed positions.

Compensation: Competitive salary