Executive Sous Chef

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE WORLD'S #2 BEST WORKPLACE, AWARDED BY GREAT PLACE TO WORK & FORTUNE. 

A new era begins at the London Hilton on Park Lane. 

Our new restaurant launched in June 2023 is the heart of the hotel eating and drinking experience.

Buzzy and fast paced from morning to late, with friendly and informal service in a landmark address.

Located on the ground floor, we offer a fine casual all day destination, with outdoor seating overlooking Hyde Park.

We serve a breakfast buffet with live cooking stations and an all-day a la carte menu along with a signature afternoon tea. Our modern British approach, combined with traditional and international flavours creates a simple menu perfect for an everyday treat, casual lunch, business meeting or celebratory dinner.

 

Salary up to £53,000 plus service charge.

 

BENEFITS

·         28 days paid holiday increasing with service

·         Exclusive high-street discounts through Perks at Work portal

·         Industry-leading Team Member discounts on hotel stays for you, your family and friends

·         Access to leadership and development programmes through Hilton University

·         Exceptional Career opportunities and wellbeing programmes to help you thrive in the workplace

·         Reward programmes, incentives and team member recognition, as well as long service awards

·         50% off in Hilton restaurants and bars (subject to individual outlets)

·         Refer a Friend Scheme

·         Uniforms provided and laundered complimentary

·         Free meals on shift

 

What will I be doing?

• Contribute to menu creation
• Manage and train the kitchen brigade effectively to ensure a well-organised and motivated team
• Ensure consistency in quality of dishes at all times
• Assist the Head Chef and managing customer relations when necessary, in the absence of the Chef
• Ensure resources meet business needs through the effective management of working rotas
• Support brand standards through the training and assessment of your team
• Manage food cost controls to contribute to Food and Beverage revenue
• Knowledge of activities in other departments and implications
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety standards

What are we looking for?

• Strong Junior Sous Chef or previous Sous Chef Experience
• Approaches food in a creative way
• Strong supervisory skills
• Positive attitude
• Good communication skills
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Excellent grooming standards
• Excellent planning and organising skills

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Relevant qualifications for role
• Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends, days, afternoons and evenings

EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY. 

At Hilton, It Matters Where You Stay, but The Stay is only one side of the story.

We know it takes hundreds of jobs to create unforgettable experiences for our guests – and behind every job, there’s an extraordinary person working to make each Stay magical.  That’s why at Hilton, Every Job Makes the Stay.

 

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