Pastry Sous Chef

De Vere; Park Central; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Pastry Sous Chef to lead a dynamic team in a busy kitchen. You will motivate your colleagues and ensure the highest standards of pastry and customer satisfaction. Candidates should have a passion for food, outstanding hygiene skills, and be flexible in their working approach. This role offers competitive compensation and unique employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive colleague rates for overnight stays

50% employee discounts on food

Access to exclusive benefits portal

Free meals on duty

Career development opportunities

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Experience working within a busy kitchen in a similar role is essential.
• Real passion for food and drive to succeed are needed.
• Ability to self-motivate is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Motivate the team by leading confidently and positively.
• Assist in planning and controlling day-to-day operations.
• Oversee training of junior kitchen brigade members.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Exceptional communication skills

Outstanding hygiene skills

Education

Certificate in elementary food hygiene

Job description

The kitchens at the Grand Hotel are a hive of chefs using their culinary flair to create appetising dishes for all our guests. As Pastry Sous Chef you will be a key team player in the kitchen, helping to ensure the effective running of the department.

£35,000 per annum.

What the role involes

• Motivate the team by leading from the front with confidence; being dynamic and positive at all times
• Assist the senior chefs in the planning, organising and control of day-to-day operations of the pastry and afternoon tea thereby ensuring the established standards of performance are maintained and total customer satisfaction is achieved
• Welcome and be receptive to individual customer requirements and ensure that these are satisfied in a friendly, helpful and efficient manner
• Oversee the training of and supervise junior members of the kitchen brigade
• Remain totally customer focused by consistently delivering excellent customer service with an informed, friendly and effective approach

What you bring to the role

• Strong leadership skills
• Experience working within a busy kitchen in a similar role is essential, and it would be advantageous for this to have been in a hotel kitchen
• We are looking for someone with a real passion for food and the drive to succeed in a new role
• Outstanding hygiene skills are essential
• Certificate in elementary food hygiene would be desirable
• Someone with exceptional communication skills and the ability to self-motivate
• Due to the nature of the work, the ideal candidate would be fully flexible in their approach to work and be able to work shift pattern through weekdays and weekends

• Competitive colleague and friend & family rates for overnight stays at the hotel
• 50% employee discounts on food and beverage at hotel outlets
• Access to our exclusive benefits portal, which includes extensive discounts on retail, travel and leisure activities
• Employee Referral scheme, get financially rewarded for introducing a friend or family member to our team
• Free meals on duty in our dining facilities
• Access to Hospitality Action, our Employee Assistance programme with 24/7 health and wellbeing support
• Rewards and recognition for living and breathing our company values
• Monthly employee recognition and rewards programme
• Regular team appreciation events, including regular employee parties throughout the year
• Career development opportunities – including access to apprenticeship programmes
• Use of Wagestream financial wellbeing platform, allowing instant access to your pay
• Uniform provided

Birmingham’s Grand Hotel on Colmore Row is housed in one of the city’s most iconic buildings.

This landmark Grade II* listed building has been brought back to life combining beautifully restored classic and original Victorian features with modern service and style that compliments a vibrant and diverse Birmingham in the 21st century.

The Grand Hotel features 185 bedrooms and extraordinary suites, a glamorous cocktail bar, a buzzing New York style restaurant, and eight magnificent meeting and event rooms - as well as the spectacular, Louis XIV-style Grand Ballroom.#

At The Grand Hotel Birmingham, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated.Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.