SousChef The Berkeley All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate SousChef to join the Main Kitchen team at The Berkeley.
With an independent spirit and an eye for style, The Berkeley is the epitome of modern British luxury.
Rooms are furnished by leading designers, and Londons original fashionista afternoon tea Prt--Portea is served daily in the Collins Room.
The Berkeley is perfectly positioned between Hyde Park, fashionable Knightsbridge and the residential neighbourhood of Belgravia.
Its signature experiences include the famed Blue Bar, The Berkeley Bar & Terrace, Michelin-starred dining in Marcus by Marcus Wareing and our Bamford Health Club & Spa.
As a SousChef you will ensure that the highest standard of food preparation and service is maintained at all times and to ensure that the kitchen areas designated, equipment and utensils are always kept clean and tidy to the standard required by the Hotel.
Main responsibilities of the SousChef include, but are not limited to:
Assist the Executive Chef in being responsible for the management of all food production to clients within the hotel.
Supervise in the preparation of regular food items, daily specialities and any other special functions.
(i.e.
Banqueting).
Check all food deliveries for quality and maintain close liaison with Purchasing Department.
Encourage and support members of the brigade by motivating them and whenever possible, personally show example and follow up the progress made.
Complete on a weekly basis, departmental timesheets, ensuring that all absenteeism, sickness, holidays, and overtime are properly recorded and authorised by the Executive Chef.
Contribute to maintaining an excellent level of service in conjunction with the minimum requirement of the LQA standards at all times.
Successful candidates for the SousChef will demonstrate genuine dedication to The Berkeley and show a commitment to consistent quality in our product and service.
The ideal candidate will be a team player who is a fast learner, adaptable and has exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge and wants to join a fast paced and high performing team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.
We anticipate applicants will have previous experience in a similar role within a luxury hotel environment.
In return we offer fantastic industry leading rewards and benefits, including:
Highly competitive basic salaries Complimentary meals on duty Exceptional opportunities for personal training & development Paid birthday leave day Complimentary uniform laundry service Uniform provided Social events & activities Employee of the month/ year awards Hotel Guest Experience Stay Preferential room rates for yourself and your family across Maybourne.
Hotel Group 50% Food & Beverage discount across Maybourne Hotel Group Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared Parental Leave Eye care vouchers for eye tests and contributions towards glasses Free GP online video consultations Occupational Health Service Pension scheme Subsidised monthly massage treatments Subsidised monthly podiatrist treatments Introduce a Star - Recommend a friend bonus scheme Wedding and baby gifts Death in Service Insurance Employee recognition schemes Employee Assistance Programme Internal transfer & promotion opportunities Long Service Awards Travel Season ticket loan Plus, many other additional benefits including a further fantastic range of benefits offered to all employees through one of the UK's leading benefit providers **Terms & Conditions apply to all benefits* * Eligibility:
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. The Berkeley LondonEngland
