Junior Sous chef - President Hotel - Bloomsbury, London

Junior Sous chef - President Hotel - Bloomsbury, London Junior Sous Chef Imperial Hotels London Group - Based at President Hotel 40 hours (5 out of 7 days weekly rota) 35,473.00 + Benefits + Service Charge+ Tips Junior Sous Chef Role Description We're looking for a talented and dedicated Junior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in leading the kitchen brigade, ensuring the preparation, cooking, and presentation of a variety of dishes to the highest standards. You will play a key role in maintaining quality, consistency, and efficiency across all sections, while supporting kitchen operations and upholding food safety and hygiene standards. You will assist in managing stock levels, controlling supplies, minimising waste, and maintaining exceptional kitchen cleanliness. In addition, you will contribute to creating an authentic London experience by ensuring every dish is prepared to specification and aligns with the hotel menu, delivering memorable dining experiences for our guests. This is a great opportunity to enhance your experienced in kitchen operations, we offer a range of roles, including Sous Chef, and Head Chef, with clear progression paths and training opportunities from day one. You'll work in a vibrant, bustling kitchen where creativity and teamwork are essential to success. Every day is different, with the opportunity to work in a busy yet supportive kitchen. Nestled opposite the picturesque Russell Square Gardens in the vibrant heart of Bloomsbury, the President Hotel offers an exciting workplace in the very centre of London. With 523 rooms, a lively on-site restaurant and bar, and the unforgettable Faulty Towers Dining Experience, it's a hub of energy, entertainment, and charm. Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and service delivery. Prepare in advance food, beverages, materials, and equipment needed for service, ensuring smooth and efficient kitchen operations. Supervise and provide direction to kitchen staff, including Chef de Partie, Commis Chefs, Breakfast Chefs, and Kitchen Porters. Assist in training, coaching, and motivating junior team members to maintain high performance and professional standards. Demonstrate service attributes in accordance with industry expectations and company standards, including managing the production of daily allergen sheets, supporting the handling of guest complaints, and ensuring guest requests are fulfilled accurately and promptly. Support stock control, ordering, and inventory management to maintain adequate supply levels while minimising waste. Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations at all times. Step in to lead sections or the kitchen in the absence of the Sous Chef when required. 3 Years of experience as a Chef de Partie or Breakfast Chef in the hotel industry ~ Proven supervisory experience gained through working in a busy kitchen operations ~ Strong foundation in cooking techniques ~ Passion for food ~ Creative flair for presentation ~ Flexibility to work varied shifts such as early mornings, evenings, and weekends Level 3 Supervising Food Safety or equivalent qualification Proficiency in multiple languages 28 Days Holiday pro-rata increasing with length of service up to 33 days ~ Free meals on duty ~ Workplace pension scheme ~ 300 Refer a Friend Scheme ~ Employee recognition ~ 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 ~ Shopping discounts across several high-street brands and online retailers (via Each Person) ~ Mental health first aiders support & well-being ~ Employee Assistance Programme- Supported by Hospitality Action 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.