Junior Sous Chef — Creative, Flexible Kitchen Lead

Dorset Square Hotel - Kitchen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Complimentary meals on shift

Flexible scheduling

Overtime for Bank Holidays

Long service awards

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Dorset Square Hotel, part of Firmdale Hotels, invites a Junior Sous Chef to join its celebrated kitchen brigade. You will contribute to breakfast, lunch and dinner offerings, maintaining high standards and supporting the head chef during service in a lively Marylebone setting.

This role emphasizes leadership of a small team, stock control, timely ordering, and a passion for culinary creativity. The employer offers a competitive salary plus service charge, meals on shift, and ongoing training in

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar culinary role in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Attention to detail to ensure each dish meets standards.
• Passion for food and creativity to inspire the team.
• Strong leadership to guide a small kitchen brigade.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the kitchen team to uphold high culinary standards.
• Lead in a fast-paced service, ensuring precision and efficiency.
• Design breakfast, lunch, and dinner offerings with creativity.
• Guide and mentor junior staff to maintain excellence.
• Monitor stock, place orders, and maintain organisation.
• Communicate clearly with team and management for smooth operations.

Skills

Leadership

Stock management

Food safety

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary training

Job description

Dorset Square Hotel, part of Firmdale Hotels, invites a Junior Sous Chef to join its celebrated kitchen brigade. You will contribute to breakfast, lunch and dinner offerings, maintaining high standards and supporting the head chef during service in a lively Marylebone setting.

This role emphasizes leadership of a small team, stock control, timely ordering, and a passion for culinary creativity. The employer offers a competitive salary plus service charge, meals on shift, and ongoing training in