At
Firmdale Hotels, we pride ourselves on creating luxurious, boutique
environments where our guests can enjoy unparalleled hospitality. Our
award-winning portfolio includes some of London's and New York’s most
distinctive and vibrant hotels, each offering unique design, top-tier service,
and a memorable experience. We believe in fostering a culture of excellence,
creativity, and collaboration among our staff, and we are committed to the
personal and professional growth of our team members.
We are
thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a passionate and talented Pastry
Junior Sous Chef to join our esteemed team at the Ham Yard Hotel. As a key
member of our kitchen brigade, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the
highest standards of pastry production and presentation. Your creativity and
expertise will contribute to our reputation for culinary excellence and
innovation.
Responsibilities:
- Assist
the Head Pastry Chef in the preparation and production of high-quality pastry
items
- Supervise
and mentor junior pastry team members, fostering a positive and productive work
environment
- Ensure
all pastry items are prepared to the highest standards of quality and
consistency
- Maintain
meticulous attention to detail in the presentation and decoration of pastries
- Manage
your section efficiently, ensuring timely and precise execution of orders
- Uphold
health and safety standards in the kitchen, including proper food storage and
hygiene practices
- Collaborate
with the broader kitchen team to develop new pastry recipes and menu items
- Proven
experience in a similar role within a high-paced, high-volume kitchen
- A genuine
passion for food, with a particular emphasis on pastry arts
- Exceptional
attention to detail and a commitment to excellence
- Strong
organisational and communication skills
- Experience
supervising a small team and managing your section with confidence
What
We Offer:
- Competitive annual salary of £40,550 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:
- Proud winners of
The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025
- The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for
outstanding contribution to International Trade
- Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen –
Cateys 2024
- Food & Beverage Manager of the
Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
- Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie
Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
- Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel –
One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
- Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for
Culinary Excellence 2025
- Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award
2025
- Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and
Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024
- Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel,
Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 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
- 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!
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.e.