Sous Chef
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Job Summary
Develop your career at Strand Palace Great Place to Work 2024
Join our team at Strand Palace located in the heart of central London. We are looking for a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and help deliver exceptional food with passion and precision. Help us bring our mission of Serving London Love to life!
About Strand Palace
Part of London & Regional Hotels Strand Palace is one of Londons largest independent hotels. We have been welcoming guests from all corners of the UK and worldwide since 1909. Right in the heart of London all 788 guest rooms lobby restaurant and bar are refurbished to a modern and contemporary style inspired by the hotels popular art deco era in the 1920s.
About LR Hotels
LR Hotels is a highly motivated family-owned global hotel investment and management company committed to delivering excellent hospitality and creating long-term sustainable value. The company owns an extensive portfolio with approximately 21500 bedrooms across 90 hotels in the UK Continental Europe the US and the Caribbean.
Benefits
Working at Strand Palace has its perks. As part of our team youll have access to a range of benefits including:
- Clear career pathways with paid training development courses and apprenticeship opportunities to help you grow and succeed
- Health cashback plan for dental vision physiotherapy and many other expenses
- Life assurance cover for peace of mind
- 50% off food and drinks in our hotel bar and restaurant for you and your friends and family
- Exclusive discounted room rates at Strand Palace for you and your loved ones
- Special discounts at hotels around the world including the LR Hotels collection
- Instant access to your wagesthrough Wagestream no more waiting for payday!
- Free meals on every shift breakfast lunch and dinner included
- Earn up to 300 with our Introduce a Friend bonus scheme when you refer someone great
- Free laundry and dry cleaning saving you time and money
- Enjoy a paid half-day off on your birthday because you deserve to celebrate!
- Regular team socials and parties including fun nights out at London activity bars with free food drinks and great company
- A paid volunteering day each year to support a cause close to your heart
- 24/7 access to confidential support services including counselling legal advice and financial guidance.
- Northbank Privilege Card giving you discounts at local shops restaurants and attractions.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen and oversee food preparation and ensure dishes are prepared to the highest standards.
- To work with the Kitchen team in producing menus which demonstrate flair and commercial awareness taking into account current trends in the catering industry
- Fully understand the importance of and have the ability to utilise standard recipe cards and plating guides
- Ensure the kitchen team is trained in new menus and specifications
- Maintain the Kitchens target Gross Profit % through the effective control of food costs wastage and portion control
What Were Looking For
- Proven leadership experience within hospitality
- Strong organisational skills with experience managing large and diverse teams
- Approachable hands-on and passionate about guest experience and team development
- Drive to go above and beyond in exceeding guest expectations and finding ways to continually improve service.
Join a Great Place to Work - Welcome to Strand Palace
Strand Palace has proudly earned theGreat Place to Workcertification and for good reason. Were more than just a hotel - were a team that values connection quality and a little fun along the way. Our culture thrives on exceptional service genuine interactions and a shared passion for hospitality.
We describe ourselves asconfident creative and personable- if that sounds like you we think youll fit right Strand Palace youll join a friendly community. From themed staff lunches and charity walks to Executive Team breakfast service and monthly Town Hall events we host a wide range of well-being activities that help our teams connect recharge and celebrate achievements across the hotel.
Were also proud to be leaders in sustainability and social impact. Strand Palace has been awarded theGreen Keyfor two consecutive years and is part of theFuturePlusprogramme - a commitment to creating a positive impact across environmental sustainability social responsibility diversity and inclusion and climate action.
Come be part of something meaningful.
Join us at Strand Palace - where your personality and purpose can shine.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Labor Cost Analysis
- Catering
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Sanitation
- Knife Skills
About Company
Set in the heart of London, a stones throw away from Covent Garden, Strand Palace hotel is an excellent location for leisure and business travellers alike. Book your relaxing & rewarding stay now at this London hotel!
