Senior Sous Chef Rondo
Job Summary
What youll do
- Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in leading a large dynamic kitchen team
- Assist the Head Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations.
- Lead and supervise kitchen staff during service.
- Ensure food is prepared and presented to company standards.
- Support menu planning recipe development and seasonal changes.
- Monitor portion control and minimise food waste.
- Manage stock rotation ordering and inventory levels.
- Ensure compliance with Food Safety HACCP and Health & Safety regulations.
- Train mentor and develop junior chefs and kitchen assistants.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen.
- Step into the Head Chef role during absence or holidays.
- Work collaboratively with front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service.
- Assist with rota planning and labour cost control within contracted hours.
- Support with driving innovation and create a culture of menu development whilst still delivering on the framework of a Hoxton Restaurant menu allowing the amazing produce to speak for itself
- Both guest and team experience will be at the heart of all you do. Youll lead your team by example keeping them involved and motivated; helping them feel empowered and supported confident in providing top Hox experiences for our guests and comfortable turning to you with questions.
Qualifications :
What we are looking for
- 2 years experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a busy bustling environment with freshness and provenance of ingredients as a key priority
- Proven track record supporting the managing large kitchen teams
- Experience in M&E (meetings and events) or banqueting is beneficial
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards in the UK.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Experience in stock control and kitchen administration.
- Relevant food hygiene qualifications preferred (Level 2 or 3 Food Safety).
- A true passion for creativity whilst maintaining the integrity of our brand standards through the dishes on the menu
- Youre looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in chef whites here
- Passion for hospitality youre all about creating memorable experiences for others be they guests or colleagues
- Youre not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get stuff done
- Youre up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
- You want to be part of a team that works hard supports each other and has fun along the way
Additional Information :
Whats in it for you...
- 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays) pension and life insurance.
- A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support your physical & mental wellbeing.
- Its ok not to be Ok we have a confidential hotline for any support you require about anything and a network of mental health first aiders.
- Treat yourself once in a while with lots of retail & hospitality perks through our partners.
- Enjoy a free meal for two when you first start with us.
- Goes without saying but well feed you during your shift.
- Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest (even if you decide to leave us!)Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
- Training to get you settled into your role learning academies to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think make and thrive at work.
- Extra time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities.
- Regular team get togethers from our team drinks to our (pretty special!) bi-annual parties we know how to have a good time!
- Enhanced family leave for when youre expanding your family.
- An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn celebrate and make a positive impact
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a com ... View more