Sous Chef

Tavistock Hotel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Free meals on duty

Uniform & dry-cleaning

Employee recognition

Employee awards

Social events

Season-ticket loan

Hotel & restaurant discounts

Local discounts

Early pay

Shopping discounts

Nursery scheme

Employee assistance

Job summary

Tavistock Hotel in London’s Bloomsbury area is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our Kitchen Team. You will work with the Head Chef to craft seasonal menus, maintain high food quality, and support day-to-day kitchen operations in a busy hotel setting.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years’ sous chef experience in hotels, strong food safety knowledge, and a passion for presentation. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment and be flexible with shifts, contributing to a collaborative

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as Sous Chef in a hotel setting.
• Level 3 Supervising Food & Safety qualification or equivalent.
• Stock taking experience.
• Experience in a busy, large-scale operation under pressure.
• Experience complying with Health & Safety requirements.
• Strong cooking techniques and creative flair for presentation.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including mornings, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present well-balanced meals meeting dietary needs and cultural requirements.
• Apply appropriate cooking methods and presentation to maintain high standards of service.
• Conduct quality control checks of goods received to ensure legal and quality standards are met.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to develop seasonal menus and manage food costs.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Teamwork

Food safety HACCP

Presentation

Problem-solving

Job description

40 hours a week (5 days out of 7 days weekly rota)

• Are you a skilled and organised team player?
• Do you have a passion for cooking and experimenting with flavours?
• Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment whilst maintaining high standards?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re looking for a talented and dedicated Sous Chef to join our Kitchen Team. As a Sous Chef, you'll play an essential role in crafting memorable dining experiences for our guests, maintaining consistent food quality and standards across stages of food production, and ensuring adherence to HACCP procedures and food safety regulations. You will be collaborating with the Head Chef to develop the seasonal menu, manage food costs whilst minimising wastage and support in overseeing the kitchen's day-to-day operations.

Key Duties:

• To prepare, cook and present well-balanced meals and specialised dishes to the highest quality incorporating cultural and dietary needs as required.
• Ensure that appropriate methods of cooking and presentation are used to maintain high standards of service.
• Conducts quality control checks of goods received (i.e. fresh meat, fish), ensuring legal and quality standards are maintained.

Why Join Us?

As an experienced Sous Chef, we are committed to supporting your career growth. We offer a variety of internal and external training courses to help you develop the skills needed to progress into a Head Chef role.

Every day is different, with the opportunity to work in a busy yet supportive kitchen. You'll be part of a dedicated team that ensures every dish is prepared to perfection, creating meals that captivate every guest. Nestled opposite the picturesque Russell Square Gardens in the vibrant heart of Bloomsbury, London. The Tavistock Hotel has 395 rooms and is a homely place to be, offering an on-site Indian restaurant bar and laid-back lounge bar.

What We’re Looking For:

• 3 Years Experience as a Sous Chef in the Hotel Industry
• Level 3 Supervising Food & Safety Qualification or similar qualification
• Stock taking experience
• Experience in a busy, large-scale operation to cope under pressure in a calm and efficient manner to set deadlines
• Experience in complying with Health & Safety requirements
• Strong foundation in cooking techniques
• Team-oriented attitude
• Creative flair for presentation
• Eye for perfection
• Problem-solving skills
• Happy in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work varied shifts such as early mornings, evenings, and weekends

What’s in it for you?

• 28 Days Holiday pro-rata increasing with length of service up to 33 days
• Free meals on duty
• Uniform & dry-cleaning
• Employee recognition
• Employee awards
• Social events
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan / Travelcard Loan
• 50% discount to friends and family in our hotels on hotel rooms & 20% discount in our restaurants (subject to availability)
• Local discounts at Gym, Dry Cleaners, Bowling and Restaurant outlets
• Early Pay - Instantly access a portion of the pay you’ve already earned
• Shopping discounts across several high-street brands and online retailers (via Each Person)
• Nursery Scheme via Each Person (subject to eligibility)
• Employee Assistance Programme- Supported by Hospitality Action

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About Us:

With a 185-year legacy, our company combines the stability of a long-standing 7th generation family business with the innovation of a startup. We have big plans for growth, and we need someone who shares our excitement for the future, whilst upholding our core values of positivity, care, collaboration, growth, and pride.

We are part of the Imperial London Family of Hotels, a family-run company with over 185 years of history. We’re rewriting the traditional hospitality mindset, paving the way for a fresh approach at our 8 hotels and 9 restaurants in Bloomsbury. Our purpose is to provide authentic London experiences and memorable stays to all our guests, and we believe that starts with the right team.