Sous Chef

• 28 Days Holiday pro-rata increasing with length of service up to 33 days
• Free meals on duty
• Uniform & dry-cleaning
• Workplace pension scheme
• £300 Refer a Friend Scheme
• 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)
• Mental health first aiders support & well-being
• Employee Assistance Programme- Supported by Hospitality Action

You can explore additional benefits here:

• 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.

£43,000.00 + Benefits

• 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.

Salary: £43,000.00 + Benefits

Hours: 40

Imperial London Hotels Group based at Tavistock Hotel

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.

• 3 Years Experience as a Sous Chef in the Hotel Industry
• Level 3 Supervising Food & Safety Qualification or similar qualification
• Stock taking experience
• Menu costing 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
• Passion for food
• 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

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