Sous Chef - Events Kitchen

The Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking a Sous Chef to join our Events team. This service is critical to the success of any guest experience, providing a quality menu in conjunction with high levels of dining service within the function rooms or Ballroom. This position will have a great passion for quality food and ingredients and be able to work flexibly within a kitchen brigade.

• An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London
• Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits
• Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team

Key Accountabilities:

• Promote The Peninsula London to becoming a recognized culinary destination by creating memorable guest experiences through artistry and uncompromised passion for excellence.
• Coordinate and direct all aspects of the Events Kitchen operation
• Produce all food required for the assigned kitchen
• Is responsible for the hygiene and cleanliness of the kitchen, food production, and food storage areas and always ensures a high standard of food safety.
• Always follow technical worksheets and recipes as assigned to ensure consistency.
• Develop, motivate, supervise and coach departmental employees in maintaining a culture in compliance with mission, vision values and core principles HSH

General Requirements:

• Excellent knowledge of food and ingredients and understanding of current culinary trends and classics.
• Experience of a similar role in a fine dining restaurant or luxury 5* hotel or Michelin star
• Previous relevant culinary qualifications or certifications.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, highly adaptable, naturally positive.
• Good communication skills, flexibility, and capability of working under pressure.

We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.