Junior Sous Chef – Rondo

The Hoxton, Holborn | 199-206 High Holborn, London WC1V 7BD, UK

We are looking for a passionate Junior Sous Chef at The Hoxton, Holborn in our Rondo restaurant.

Holborn was the second Hox to join the fam, taking over a Grade II-listed building that was once the factory of George Kent, a famed maker of gadgets and instruments. After Kent, BT moved in, and now this former telephone exchange is home to 230 bedrooms and our foodie hotspot Rondo, all a stone’s throw from the capital’s most famous shopping and entertainment districts. Rondo: Our neighbourhood restaurant in middle-town Holborn with a focus on seasonal local British dishes, unsung ingredients and great wine.

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.
• Maintain kitchen standards, always seeking to find efficient solutions whilst maintaining the quality and integrity of the menu.
• In the absence of the Head Chef and Sous Chef, oversee the kitchen team.
• Lead your team by example, keeping them involved and motivated; helping them feel empowered and supported.

Qualifications

What we are looking for…

• Provenance of ingredients as a key priority.
• Proven track record supporting the management of large kitchen teams.
• A true passion for creativity whilst maintaining the integrity of our brand standards.
• You’re looking for a place where you can be yourself; no clones in chef whites here.
• Passion for hospitality – you’re all about creating memorable experiences for others.
• You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get stuff done.
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other, and has fun along the way.
• Experience in M&E (meetings and events) or banqueting is beneficial.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you…

• Competitive salary inclusive of TRONC.
• 28 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), pension, and life insurance.
• A health cash plan to claim money back and support your physical & mental wellbeing.
• Confidential hotline for any support you require and a network of mental health first aiders.
• Retail & hospitality perks through our partners.
• Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you start with us.
• We’ll feed you during your shift.
• Excellent discounts across the Ennismore family for you and your nearest and dearest.
• Free night at The Hoxton every year and additional rewards when you hit milestones!
• Opportunities to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
• Training to settle into your role and learning academies to broaden your skillset.
• Extra time off to volunteer with partner charities.
• Regular team get-togethers and bi-annual parties.
• Enhanced family leave for when you’re expanding your family.
• An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events.

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