Sous Chef

Peoplebank; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Un hôtel de luxe surplombant la Tamise recherche un Sous Chef pour rejoindre son équipe culinaire. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience solide dans un environnement de cuisine dynamique et sera responsable d'assurer une excellente qualité de service et de diriger efficacement l'équipe de cuisine. Ce rôle implique également le mentorat ciblé des membres moins expérimentés de l'équipe.

Benefits

Wage Stream

Discounts & Perks

Interest-Free Loans

On-Site Mental Health First Aiders

24/7 Employee Assistance Line

Qualifications

• Expérience avérée dans un rôle similaire.
• Capacité à travailler en équipe et à diriger.

Responsibilities

• Assister le Chef dans la gestion de la cuisine.
• Former les Chefs de Partie sur les techniques de cuisine.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Job description

The Royal Horseguards is a beautiful 5 star hotel overlooking the River Thames, close to The Embankment and Trafalgar Square. The hotel has 282 bedrooms, restaurant, bar and terrace area as well as exceptional banqueting facilities at one of London's most prestigious conference and banqueting venues, One Whitehall Place.

What you’ll be doing

Join our culinary team as a Sous Chef, where you will play a vital role in supporting the Head Chef to deliver exceptional and warm hospitality. In this position, you will help manage the kitchen team, organizing and delegating tasks to ensure smooth operations and an extraordinary dining experience for our guests.

• Assist the Head Chef in running the kitchen efficiently while maintaining our high standards of quality and service.
• Lead and support the team by delegating responsibilities and ensuring that all health and safety regulations are consistently followed.
• Coach Chef de Parties on essential cooking techniques, dish presentation, and allergen awareness, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
• Collaborate with the team to create a variety of dishes, showcasing your creativity and culinary skills across all kitchen areas, including banqueting, Afternoon Tea, breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience in a similar role, with a passion for delivering guest-centric dining experiences.
• A positive and adaptable approach, ready to respond to the dynamic needs of the kitchen and our guests.
• Strong communication skills to effectively lead the team and ensure seamless collaboration.
• Attention to detail to maintain high standards of food quality and safety.
• Ability to work alongside the team in a hands-on capacity, demonstrating real culinary expertise and dedication.
• A commitment to mentoring and developing less experienced team members, helping them reach their full potential.

What you’ll get in return

As well as all the things you'd expect from us, such as great staff areas to recharge in, wholesome meals on duty, pension and healthcare schemes, we’ll take care of you at every step of your journey so that you can take care of our guests.

In fact, we’re so committed to this that our ‘People Promise’ sets out how you can expect us to support you at every step of your application and your career with us. Whether that’s your career development and progression, your physical, mental or financial wellbeing, and recognising (and rewarding!) a job well done.

Career Development & Growth - We’re here to support your journey, whatever that may look like. Our award-winning Academy will help you navigate your tailored career pathway with the tools and development designed for you to grow and to unlock your unique potential.

Financial Wellbeing – You work hard, so we’ll always help your money work hard for you! Some of the great things you can take advantage of include:

• Wage Stream – You’ll be paid monthly, but have access to your earned salary before payday should you need it
• Discounts & Perks – Savings on 1000’s of retailers, dining, hotel stays, and much more for you and those close to you
• Refer a Friend – Earn up to £1000 when friends join our team
• Interest-Free Loans – Season ticket loans to make commuting easier

Mental & Physical Well-being - We’re here to support your well-being, whenever and wherever you need it.

• On-Site Mental Health First Aiders
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Line – Free, confidential advice
• Be Well Platform – Our Online fitness and wellness resources
• Gym Discounts & Cycle to Work Scheme

Recognition & Community – We’re proud of everything we achieve, so we always celebrate our extraordinary team and culture.

• ‘Wonderful People’ Awards – Monthly, quarterly, and annual recognition
• Social & Seasonal Events – Fun, inclusive celebrations
• People Council – A platform for every voice
• Paid Volunteering Days – Give back to causes close to you

At Clermont Hotel Group everyone is welcome. We are committed to having an inclusive and diverse workplace and strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, identities and experiences to apply for roles with us.