Junior Sous Chef

Join us as a Junior Sous Chef at Coworth Park Hotel, recently recognised as one of The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for in 2024. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business, who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is, after all, our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family, we will support your development by nurturing your personality, creating a transparent culture of trust, collaboration, and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning, tailored learning opportunities, and our Academy programs you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience.

As an employee, you are expected to provide our guests with a bespoke and memorable experience measured to the highest standards of quality and service delivery. Additionally, the execution of your position will be in accordance with our company policies, standards, and procedures.

Our company values are the fundamental spirit on how we reach our goals. As an ambassador of Dorchester Collection, you will be entrusted with our values and expected to further enrich our We Care culture: Passion - Personality - Respect - Working Together - Innovation.

This job description is intended to illustrate the main duties and responsibilities of the role. It is not intended to be exhaustive and please be advised that the duties and responsibilities may be added on a temporary or permanent basis as appropriate.

What You'll do:

• To run an environment that is clean, tidy, and organised at all times.
• HACCP – To follow the day-to-day procedures including diligence, food labelling, and weekly deep clean of your section.
• Plan the day-to-day running of all sections of each kitchen (banqueting, breakfast, room service, and staff food) effectively to meet the service standards.
• Control, with the aid of the senior Chefs, all the operating costs within all the food outlets to the agreed budgets set.
• Carry out quality checks on stock, produce, and dishes along with offering training and understanding of the products to keep the team focused and allowing them to evolve as chefs.
• Have a flexible ability to respond to business and client needs.
• Give full understanding and guidance to a colleague requiring assistance in a difficult situation, using a caring and supporting manner.
• Run, look after, and make decisions in the operation during the absence of senior chefs.
• Follow and abide by all regulations, policies, and procedures that have been set out by Coworth Park Hotel and the Dorchester Collection.
• Attend and run meetings as and when required, including the daily hotel briefing and the BEO meeting.
• Help to plan and create menu designs.
• Ensure the daily food orders are processed accurately into the system.
• Work to create new dishes alongside the chef.
• Comply with all statutory and company health & safety, fire, bomb, and security regulations.
• Ensure job-required certificates and licensing are kept up to date.
• Ensure other team members are also made aware of these requirements and abide by them.
• Along with your main duties, you may be asked to complete other tasks and duties as and when necessary and reasonably required.
• You may on occasion be required to adjust your hours of work to cover the business needs.

What you'll Bring:

• Previous experience within a similar role and environment such as AA Rosette or Michelin background.
• Relevant qualifications such as City & Guild 7061/7062 or NVQ Level 2/3.
• Experience in menu development.
• Experience in ordering systems and cost processes.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Understanding of COSHH.
• Team leader and excellent communicator.
• Hands-on team player.
• Experience of training and coaching a team.
• Flexible approach to respond to the needs of the business and clients.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Well presented.

What you'll get:

• Competitive salary per annum + estate service charge + retention bonus.
• Complimentary stays with breakfast included in all 10 Dorchester Collection hotels – stay twice a year at each hotel!
• 50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our Dorchester Collection hotels.
• £1,000 Refer a friend bonus scheme; including £200 tax free on their first day.
• World-class learning and development opportunities.
• Social events throughout the year, including our annual winter ball.
• Free Meals on Duty.
• Exclusive Access to a discount platform featuring 1000’s of retailers.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please contact the People & Culture team at HumanResources.CPA@dorchestercollection.com.