Junior Sous Chef, Events Kitchen, The Savoy

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Junior Sous Chef, Events Kitchen, The Savoy, London

Company Description:

The Savoy, a Fairmont Managed Hotel, is one of the world's most iconic hotels, renowned for outstanding service and excellence. Built in 1889, it has hosted royalty, world leaders, and legends of stage and screen. Today, it prides itself on innovation, talent development, and providing five-star luxury with excellent benefits.

Job Details:

Title: Junior Sous Chef

Department: Events Kitchen

Inspiration & Support from: Sous Chef and Head Chef for Events

Contract: 48-hour week, £45,600 per annum

Purpose: Assist the Sous Chef in managing the kitchen operations, maintaining standards, supervising staff, coordinating training, motivating team, and preparing food according to business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Interact with individuals outside the hotel
• Coordinate with Food & Beverage departments
• Handle payroll and holiday planning
• Assist in maintaining quality and presentation of food
• Contribute to cost control and standards implementation
• Assist with personnel matters and departmental training
• Deputise for the Executive Chef when needed
• Oversee food outlets in the Sous Chef's absence
• Maintain health & hygiene standards
• Promote quality in all food areas
• Ensure top-quality room service and colleagues' canteen food
• Exceed guest expectations daily
• Manage daily kitchen operations and strive for high quality
• Adhere to legal and safety regulations

Additional Duties:

• Conduct annual appraisals and departmental orientation
• Coordinate training needs with the Training and Quality Assurance Manager
• Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned

Health & Safety:

• Comply with health and safety laws and hotel procedures
• Wear protective clothing and report hazards or incidents
• Attend fire safety and other relevant training

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years’ experience in hospitality
• Excellent communication skills
• Confident speaker, effective communicator
• Positive personality, relationship builder
• Strong organizational skills, independent work ability
• Relevant job skills as per responsibilities

Note: Flexibility and multi-skilling are valued, and tasks may vary to meet guest and hotel needs.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary and benefits including pension and life assurance
• 31 days of holiday, increasing to 33 after 5 years
• Wellbeing and healthcare schemes, discounts, and special rates
• Free stay at The Savoy after probation
• Discounts at bars, restaurants, spa, and other services
• Colleague amenities including gym, assistance programs, and more