Senior Sous Chef - London

Are you passionate about creating exquisite pastries and leading a dynamic team? Firmdale Hotels is looking for a talented Senior Pastry Sous Chef to join our renowned Ham Yard Hotel. With our commitment to excellence and innovation, Firmdale Hotels offers a unique blend of luxury, creativity, and a vibrant work environment.

Firmdale Hotels is an award-winning collection of boutique hotels, each uniquely designed and known for exceptional service, luxurious amenities, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Our properties are located in the heart of London and New York, providing guests with an unforgettable experience. At Firmdale, we believe in nurturing talent and fostering a culture of excellence and creativity.

As the Senior Pastry Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Pastry Chef to lead and develop our dedicated pastry team. Your role will involve ensuring a smooth and consistent service while maintaining the highest standards of quality and presentation. You'll be at the heart of our kitchen operations, overseeing the preparation and order of service within the Pastry Kitchen.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Head Pastry Chef to manage and inspire the pastry team
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of pastry preparation and presentation
• Ensure organisational efficiency and effective communication within the kitchen
• Handle the preparation and order of service, ensuring timely and high-quality output
• Uphold Firmdale's standards of excellence, delivering delicious pastries using only fresh ingredients
• Foster a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment, encouraging teamwork and professional growth

What you Need:

• Proven experience in a similar senior pastry role
• Demonstrated attention to detail and high standards of food knowledge
• Passion for food and a strong commitment to using fresh ingredients
• Leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate a kitchen team
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive annual salary of 49,500 plus service charge.
• Access to Wagestream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
• Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies)
• Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
• Complimentary meals on shift
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent
• Flexible scheduling without split shifts
• Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
• Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service
• Season ticket loan for convenient commuting
• Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons
• Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions
• Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards
• One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work
• Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
• And much more!!

Why join Firmdale Hotels?

Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design.

We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:

• Times Best Places to Work 2024
• The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade
• Manager of the Year - Helle Jensen - Cateys 2024
• Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Food & Beverage Manager of the Year Finalist - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award
• Dorset Square Hotel - One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
• Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure 'IT List' best hotels in the world
• Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys
• The Soho Hotel and Ham Yard - Conde Nast Traveller 2023 Top Hotels in London.
• Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024.

You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey with Firmdale Hotels and contribute to our legacy of excellence, apply now to join our vibrant team at Ham Yard Hotel!

In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.