Junior Sous Chef for Colleague Restaurant, The Savoy Hotel

Fairmont

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
  • Apply easily
Company DescriptionThe Savoy, a Fairmont Managed Hotel, is one of the world's most iconic hotels. A renowned leaders in the hospitality industry, The Savoy has a reputation for outstanding service and excellence. Originally built in 1889, the hotel has a rich history and has played host to royalty, world leaders and legends of the stage and screen. Today, colleagues pride themselves on being innovative and inspirational, delivering the very best in five star luxury. Passionate about developing and promoting talent, The Savoy offers unwavering support and recognition to colleagues, as well as having a very competitive benefits plan.Job DescriptionJob title: Junior Sous Chef for the Colleague RestaurantDepartment: Kitchen and Food & BeverageInspired & supported by: Head Chef of the Colleague RestaurantSalary: £51,338 (including service charge)Your purpose will be: To assist the Head Chef in the smooth running of the Colleague Restaurant`s kitchen ensuring that all areas of the kitchen are maintained to Fairmont standards. Together with the Head Chef to supervise and coordinate the kitchen service with other departments. Together with the Head Chef to deal with staff queries, solving any problems concerning the kitchen or staff canteen. To coordinate and execute training of kitchen staff. To be able to motivate staff. To cook any food on a daily basis according to business requirements.You will be accountable for:To interact with individuals outside the hotelTo co-ordinate functions and activities with other Food & Beverage and Back of House departmentsTo handle payroll and holiday organisationTo assist the Head Chef in quality levels of production and presentationTo work actively in cost control and implementing standardsTo assist in Personnel related mattersTo carry out departmental training, where necessaryTo deputise the Head Chef in his absenceTo control all aspects of food outlets in the Head Chefs absenceTo be actively involved in Health & Hygiene mattersTo promote quality throughout the hotel in all areas of foodTo ensure that room service is of the best in quality, temperature and serviceTo ensure that canteen food for colleagues is always get varied, interesting, well cooked and well balanced cuisineTo carry out daily work to exceed guest expectationsTo ensure the smooth running of the day to day operations in the kitchenTo strive to deliver the highest quality of food and serviceTo adhere to all legal requirements, regulations and guidelinesOccasional DutiesTo carry out annual appraisals on all team membersTo conduct departmental orientation for all new team membersTo liase with the Training and Quality Assurance Manager on departmental training needsTo carry out any other reasonable requests as directed by your managerHealth & SafetyTo be aware of, and comply with, safe working practises as laid down under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and Company H & S Manual, as applicable to your place of work. This will include your awareness of any specific hazards at your work placeTo be aware of, and comply with Food Acts.To wear any appropriate protective clothing provided by or recommended by the Hotel.To report any defects in the building, plant or equipment according to the Hotel procedures.To ensure any accidents to colleagues, guests or visitors are reported in accordance with Hotel procedures.To attend 6 monthly statutory fire training and to be fully conversant with and abide by all rules concerning, fire, health & safety.To attend any training deemed appropriate by your Head of DepartmentQualificationsWhat you will need to do this role:3-5 years’ experience in the Hospitality Industry.Outstanding communication skills, both written & verbal.A confident & dynamic speaker, able to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of an organization.Enthusiastic and positive personality with the ability to build trusting relationships with others.Proven organizational skills, works well on their own. Able to set and meet deadlines with quality results.Applicable job related skills as per Accountable Duties.Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.Additional InformationWhat’s in it for you?
  • Competitive salary, pension, and life assurance
  • 31–33 days of holiday (including public holidays)
  • Cashback for wellbeing/healthcare expenses & Perkbox
  • Exclusive discounts:
  • Savoy, Fairmont, Raffles, and Accor hotels (friends & family rates included)
  • 50% off at American & Beaufort Bars, Afternoon Tea, spa, florist, and select Gordon Ramsay restaurants
  • 20% off at other Gordon Ramsay restaurants and Restaurant 1890
  • Free stay at The Savoy after probation
  • Colleague restaurant, interfaith prayer room and wellness room
  • Laundry services for all colleagues
  • Gym access, cycle-to-work scheme and Virgin Active membership discount
  • Season ticket loan for commuting
  • Employee assistance program
  • English classes, optician reimbursements, and local discounts for F&B and retail

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