Job Description
The Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking a Sous Chef to join our Events team. This service is critical to the success of any guest experience, providing a quality menu in conjunction with high levels of dining service within the function rooms or Ballroom. This position will have a great passion for quality food and ingredients and be able to work flexibly within a kitchen brigade.
* An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London
* Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits
* Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team
Key Accountabilities
* Promote The Peninsula London to becoming a recognized culinary destination by creating memorable guest experiences through artistry and uncompromised passion for excellence.
* Coordinate and direct all aspects of the Events Kitchen operation
* Produce all food required for the assigned kitchen
* Is responsible for the hygiene and cleanliness of the kitchen, food production, and food storage areas and always ensures a high standard of food safety.
* Always follow technical worksheets and recipes as assigned to ensure consistency.
* Develop, motivate, supervise and coach departmental employees in maintaining a culture in compliance with mission, vision values and core principles HSH
General Requirements
* Excellent knowledge of food and ingredients and understanding of current culinary trends and classics.
* Experience of a similar role in a fine dining restaurant or luxury 5* hotel or Michelin star
* Previous relevant culinary qualifications or certifications.
* Excellent time management and organizational skills, highly adaptable, naturally positive.
* Good communication skills, flexibility, and capability of working under pressure.
Your Financial Wellbeing
At the Peninsula London, we look after:
* Excellent salary package
* Generous service charge distributed equitably to all colleagues
* Life Insurance
* Enhanced company contribution on pension plan
Your Medical Care
* Medical cash plans including optical and dental coverage
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave plan
Your Daily Health Routine
* State of the art heart of house facilities including a gym, fitness classes, relaxation room, contemplation room and nursing mothers’ room
* Colleague restaurant with healthy and balanced 24/7 food offerings
* On-site occupational health and safety nurse and wellbeing education sessions
Other Perks
* High street and online shopping discounts
* Rewards and recognition initiatives
* Dry cleaning for uniforms and work attire
We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.