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Firmdale Hotels
Firmdale Hotels is a collection of luxury boutique hotels known for their unique design, exceptional service, and vibrant atmospheres. At the heart of our success are our dedicated team members who deliver extraordinary guest experiences every day. We are currently seeking a passionate and talented Junior Sous Chef to join our esteemed culinary team at the Haymarket Hotel.
As a Junior Sous Chef at the Haymarket Hotel, you will play a crucial role in our kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and presentation. You will work closely with our Head Chef and culinary team to deliver an exceptional dining experience for our guests, whether it's for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Your creativity and dedication will shine as you contribute to our innovative menu offerings and maintain the impeccable quality that Firmdale Hotels is known for.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Head Chef in managing the kitchen during service times, ensuring smooth operations and timely delivery of dishes.
- Lead and motivate a small team of chefs, fostering a collaborative and high-energy work environment.
- Oversee stock levels and place orders as needed to ensure your section is well-equipped and ready for service.
- Maintain our high standards of food quality and presentation, paying attention to detail in every dish.
- Keep the kitchen organised and efficient, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Collaborate with other team members and departments to ensure seamless kitchen operations and exceptional guest experiences.
What you Need:
- Proven experience in a similar role within a high-pressure, fast-paced kitchen environment.
- A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering the highest quality food.
- An enthusiastic approach to cooking, with a genuine passion for creating delicious dishes.
- Ability to supervise and inspire a small team, promoting teamwork and a positive atmosphere.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills to keep your section running smoothly.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with colleagues and guests.
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What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 - £19.00 inclusive of service charge.
- Access to Wagestream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
- Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies)
- Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
- Complimentary meals on shift
- Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent
- Flexible scheduling without split shifts
- Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
- Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service
- Season ticket loan for convenient commuting
- Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons
- Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions
- Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards
- One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work
- Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
- And much more!!
Why join Firmdale Hotels?
Firmdale Hotels is an international, award-winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World-renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design.
We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:
- Proud winners of The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025
- The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade
- Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen – Cateys 2024
- Food & Beverage Manager of the Year – Pedro Paulo – Hotel Cateys 2024
- Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
- Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
- Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 2025
- Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award 2025
- Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024
- Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024
- Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award
- Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
- Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure ‘IT List’ best hotels in the world
- Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys
- Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024.
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We can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/
If you are enthusiastic about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us at Haymarket Hotel and take the next step in your hospitality career with Firmdale Hotels.
Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process.
In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.
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