Kitchen Chef

FAIRMONT; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and fun team at a renowned hotel near London Heathrow Airport as a Kitchen Chef. In this role, you'll prepare and present a variety of delicious menu items while ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness. You will manage stock, maintain cleanliness, and coordinate with a talented team to deliver exceptional customer service. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your culinary skills and be part of an inclusive environment that values diversity and personal development. If you're passionate about food and hospitality, we'd love to hear from you!

Benefits

Free night stays in UK hotels

50% discount in Accor Restaurants

Discounted hotel rates worldwide

Access to Accor Academy for development

Wellbeing support

Opportunities across 5000 hotels

Participation in sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment with a focus on food preparation.
• Ability to manage stock and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present menu items with flair while managing costs.
• Ensure stock rotation and maintain cleanliness of working areas.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Stock Management

Team Coordination

Customer Service

Fluency in English

Education

Culinary Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Company Description

• Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
• Salary: £13.88 per hour
• Start date: April 2025
• Apply:Please send your application to [e-mail]

Our mission at ibis London Heathrow Airport is to create memorable moments for our guests, by connecting hearts from arrival to farewell.

A job, a career or a calling - whatever brings you here, we have something for you!

As part of our team you can have:

• Free night stays in our UK hotels and 50% discount in any Accor Restaurant (T&C Applies)
• Discounted hotel rates all over the world in Accor Hotels
• Continuously learn and develop yourself with our Accor Academy
• Support your wellbeing in your professional and personal lives
• Grow your experience anywhere. Explore limitless opportunities across 5000 hotels in over 100 countries
• Participate actively in initiatives to build a more inclusive and sustainable world
• And many more benefits and perks: Our objective is simple: make you grow and give you the spark to unleash your personality

Job Description

• As our next Kitchen Chef, you…

• Prepare and present menu items showing variety and flair, within the cost margins specified by the hotel.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage. Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained.
• Order necessary foods according to proposed business demands. Consult with Executive Chef for guidance and authorisation of order.
• Liaise with Restaurant employees regarding the availability of menu items, additions to the menu and any relevant changes.
• Work with and co-ordinate the work of apprentices in the preparation and production of food as required.
• Prepare and ensure availability of mise en place as required.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy. Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned. Report any problems to the Executive Chef.
• Assist and liaise with chef on duty as required.

A little more information:

You will have the opportunity to be part of a high energy, fun team that delivers excellent customer service each day to all our guests.

Our hotel offers 356 rooms, within very close proximity to London Heathrow Airport. The hotel features a restaurant operating for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as a large outdoor car park.

To ensure you can best welcome and care for our guests you will need to be fluent in English.

Understanding things from our guest’s perspective is key, so while you are settling into your new role we will arrange a one-night stay for you to experience this first hand.

If you feel you are the right candidate for the role as our Kitchen Chef, please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!

Additional Information

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.