Junior Sous Chef
Junior Sous Chef at Number Sixteen - Kitchen in London, on Only Chefs.
- Employer: Number Sixteen - Kitchen
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Contract: Full Time
- Closes: 2026-11-11
About the role
Are you a culinary
enthusiast looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your talent? Look no
further! Firmdale Hotels invites you to become our newest Junior Sous Chef at
the prestigious Number Sixteen Hotel.
As a Junior Sous Chef at
Number Sixteen Hotel, you will be at the heart of our culinary operations,
contributing to the seamless delivery of exceptional dining experiences. Your
role will involve collaborating with our talented kitchen team to ensure the
highest standards of quality and efficiency are maintained.
Responsibilities:
- Utilise your culinary expertise to assist in
the preparation and execution of breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment,
demonstrating confidence and composure during peak periods.
- Lead by example, supervising and motivating a
small team to achieve culinary excellence.
- Maintain meticulous attention to detail,
ensuring each dish meets our exacting standards of presentation and taste.
- Take ownership of stock management and
ordering for your section, optimising inventory levels and minimising
waste.
- Showcase your organisational and communication
skills, effectively liaising with colleagues to coordinate kitchen
activities seamlessly.
- Collaborate closely with the Head Chef and
Sous Chefs to uphold the hotel's culinary reputation and exceed guest
expectations.
What you Need:
- Previous experience in a similar culinary
role, ideally within a high-pressure environment.
- A genuine passion for food and a dedication to
delivering exceptional dining experiences.
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a team,
fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability
to multitask and prioritise effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal
and written, to engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
- A team player mentality, with a willingness to
support your colleagues and contribute to the overall success of the
kitchen.
What
We Offer:
- Competitive salary discussed at venue plus service charge.
- Health cash
plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and
complementary therapies)
- Complimentary
meals on shift
- Flexible
scheduling without split shifts
- Paid overtime
for working Bank Holidays
- Enhanced
holiday allowance based on length of service
- Ongoing
training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons
- Refer a friend
bonus and earn over £500
- Access to
Stream, our financial wellbeing app - access your earnings before pay day,
automate your savings and be supported with financial coaching
- Exclusive
discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
- Discounted cinema
tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
- Dry cleaning
service for uniform and discounted personal items
- Regular social
events, team activities, and fitness sessions
- One paid
volunteering day, every year
- Annual long
service awards with rewards at key milestones
- Season ticket
loan for convenient commuting
- Cycle to work scheme
- And much more!...
About Us
Situated in the heart of South
Kensington, Number Sixteen is part of our Townhouse Collection, a carefully
curated group of hotels in some of London's most coveted residential
neighbourhoods. Behind its elegant white stucco façade, you'll find 41
individually designed bedrooms, a beautiful light-filled Orangery and a leafy
courtyard garden, all just a short stroll from Kensington Gardens and the
Victoria & Albert Museum.
This is a hotel that offers
something genuinely rare: a sense of calm and intimacy in the middle of one of
the world's great cities. We look for people who share that attention to detail
and who find real fulfilment in making guests feel truly at home.
You'll be joining an award-winning
team:
- Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, 2025 & 2026
- One Michelin Key, 2024, 2025
- One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The
Orangery, 2026
- Best Afternoon Tea, Country & Townhouse,
2024
- Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024
- Best Garden Hotel, Brighter Kensington and
Chelsea Awards, 2025
- Best Garden Hotel, The London Garden Society,
2023
You can see a full list of our
awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/
Firmdale Hotels was founded in
London, in 1985 by husband and wife team, Tim and Kit Kemp. Today, Firmdale has
grown to include hotels and private residences across London and New York as
well restaurants, bars, spas, an online shop, interior design studio and
Laundry facility.
Firmdale Hotels welcomes
applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace.
Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. 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
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