About this role
Junior Sous Chef - Rondo
Job Schedule Full-Time
Job Type Permanent
Brands THE HOXTON
Job Category Food & Beverage
Location
THE HOXTON HOLBORN, London, United Kingdom
ExternalReference REF114365S
Company Description We are looking for a passionate Junior Sous Chef at The Hoxton, Holborn in our Rondo restaurant.
Open from breakfast through to dinner, Rondo is a relaxed neighbourhood restaurant offering seasonal modern bistro dishes and great wines for all. The kitchen is headed up by Chris Gillard (ex- St John) and the wine programme and impressive wine wall has been procured by Will Lander of Quality Chop House. Rondo is the kind of restaurant you want at the end of your street; serious about food and drink but with a fun, welcoming vibe.
Job Description
What you’ll do…
- Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in leading a large, dynamic kitchen team
- Support with driving innovation and create a culture of menu development whilst still delivering on the framework of a Hoxton Restaurant menu allowing the amazing produce to speak for itself
- Maintaining kitchen standards, always seeking to find efficient solutions whilst maintaining the quality and integrity of the menu
- In the absences of the Head Chef and Sous Chef, oversee the kitchen team
- Both guest and team experience will be at the heart of all you do. You’ll lead your team by example, keeping them involved and motivated; helping them feel empowered and supported, confident in providing top Hox experiences for our guests and comfortable turning to you with questions.
Qualifications
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What we are looking for…
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2+ years’ experience as a Junior Sous Chef in a busy, bustling environment with freshness and provenance of ingredients as a key priority
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Proven track record supporting the managing large kitchen teams
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A true passion for creativity whilst maintaining the integrity of our brand standards through the dishes on the menu
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You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in chef whites here
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Passion for hospitality – you’re all about creating memorable experiences for others, be they guests or colleagues
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You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get stuff done
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You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
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You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way
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Experience in M&E (meetings and events) or banqueting is beneficial
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Additional Information
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What’s in it for you…
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Competitive salary
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28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension, and life insurance.
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A health cash plan to claim money back and get access to lots of ways to support you