Junior Sous Chef

Standard International Management, LLC.; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Job description

The Standard is one of the most culturally engaged hotels in the world, with an inclusive spirit and true creative attitude. We are defined by our richness of personality, diversity of background and lifestyle, and are now looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our Kitchen team and capture this culinary destination.

Your role

As a Junior Sous Chef at The Standard, London, you will become part of an exceptional culinary and kitchen team that will provide an extensive food service across Decimo restaurant, Isla, Double Standard, The Library Lounge, In-Room Dining and Events, as well as taking part in high-profile pop-ups and guest chef collaborations.

You will also be a key part of the kitchen management team, supporting our Senior Sous Chef, Head Chef, and Executive Head Chef, to contribute in the execution of all daily culinary operations, support menu development, and assist in supervising all culinary team members. Most importantly you will help oversee service delivery and monitor food quality from the pass.

As a Junior Sous Chef, you possess solid people skills, including supporting coaching, training, disciplining and mediating in conflicts. You are patient, empathetic and supportive towards your team, even in the most stressful situations, and of course, you show pride in your work and hold yourself and your team to the highest standards.

You will of course be passionate about cooking, with an exceptional working knowledge of kitchen operations and order of service; along with a deep appreciation for quality food, and proven knowledge of production and cooking techniques in order to fully support the senior kitchen team.

As part of the kitchen management team, you will also assist in various aspects of kitchen management, from the daily production of food and quality control of products, stock control, food hygiene and HACCP.

Do you have what it takes to be a Junior Sous Chef at The Standard, London?

'Standard People' are at the heart of our brand; vivid, dynamic and engaging. You will therefore need to be upbeat and friendly; confident and can handle pressure well; thrive in a busy high-volume, high-energy kitchen environment and can manage multiple tasks with ease. In addition to this you will also need:

1. A proven track record as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a similar high-volume and fast-paced environment.
2. Ability to successfully run a section as part of the kitchen brigade.
3. Highly motivated and pro-active; act with professionalism and positivity in all interactions.
4. Ability to multi-task with excellent time management skills and a high level of attention to detail.
5. Full-time availability and flexibility to work Monday-Sunday.
6. Hold professional culinary & food safety qualifications to a minimum of level 2 or 3.
7. Experience and proficiency across a range of kitchen management disciplines including stock management control and menu planning; ideally gained in a high volume, fast-paced kitchen.
8. Ability to develop and deliver effective training to maintain consistent service standards throughout the team.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates prior to commencing.

Benefits Include:

• Meals on Duty
• Uniform Provided
• 28 Days Holiday rising to 33 days with service
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance (2 x Annual Salary)
• Medical Assistance (including online GP and Physio)
• Employee Assistance Programme with Well-being service
• Worldwide Travel Discounts via The Standard Advantage platform
• Employee & Family Rates across all Standard and Bunkhouse properties
• In-house Experience Programme
• F&B Discounts ranging from 25-50%
• Recruitment Referral Bonus up to £1,000
• Tuition Aid Scheme & subsidised training
• Season Ticket Loan & Bike 2 Work Scheme
• Social Committee with regular monthly social activities