Are you
passionate about creating exquisite pastries and desserts? Firmdale Hotels
invites you to bring your culinary talents to our renowned Ham Yard Hotel,
where excellence and creativity meet in the heart of London.
Firmdale
Hotels is an award-winning group recognised for its unique design, outstanding
service, and vibrant atmosphere. Each of our properties boasts a distinct
personality, offering guests an unforgettable experience. At Ham Yard Hotel, we
pride ourselves on our innovative cuisine and exceptional dining experiences.
As a
Pastry Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in our culinary team, leading
the pastry kitchen with confidence and flair.
Responsibilities:
* Leading
and mentoring a team of pastry chefs to ensure high standards and continuous
development.
* Overseeing
the preparation and presentation of all pastry items, ensuring quality and
consistency.
* Managing
the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen, including order of service and
mise en place.
* Collaborating
with the Executive Chef to create new and exciting dessert menus using fresh,
high-quality ingredients.
* Maintaining
inventory and ensuring efficient stock control and ordering processes.
What you Need:
* Proven
experience in a similar role, preferably in a high-end restaurant or hotel
setting.
* A genuine
love for food and a desire to create innovative and delicious pastries.
* Strong
leadership skills with experience in managing, developing, and motivating a
team.
* High
standard of food knowledge and technical pastry skills.
* Excellent
organisational abilities to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
* Strong
communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and other
departments.
What
We Offer:
* Competitive annual salary of £49,000 to £51,000 including 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 - 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:
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.