At a Glance
- Tasks: Run your kitchen section, support the Sous Chef, and mentor junior team members.
- Company: Join Bankside Hotel, an award-winning establishment known for its vibrant culture and culinary excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy a complimentary dry-cleaned uniform, free meals on duty, and discounted hotel rates globally.
- Other info: Shift patterns will be discussed during the trial shift.
- Why this job: Be part of a top-rated hotel in London, recognised as one of the 'Best Places to Work in Hospitality'.
- Qualifications: Minimum 2-3 years' experience as a CDP in a high-volume kitchen and knowledge of pastry preparation required.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Join our award-winning team at Bankside Hotel! Offering a base salary of £35,020.00 + Company Tronc Scheme.
Who we are! Voted one of the 'Best Places to Work in Hospitality'. Sitting consistently in the top tier of all the hotels in London on TripAdvisor, Bankside Hotel is a social hub for anyone, guest or local, with a passion for culture, art and food. If this sounds like something you’d like to get involved with, we would love to hear from you!
What you will be doing:
- Run and take full ownership of your designated kitchen section, ensuring consistently high standards.
- Step up to support the Sous Chef in their absence, overseeing wider kitchen operations as needed.
- Contribute to menu development, specials and seasonal changes alongside the senior kitchen team.
- Mentor and develop CDPs, Commis – lead by example on the pass and on section.
- Assist with pastry production and dessert preparation as needed.
- Manage stock levels, supplier quality and waste reduction within your section.
- Ensure your section meets all food safety, hygiene and health and safety regulations at all times.
- Keep preparation ahead of service and maintain a clean, organised section throughout.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a minimum of 2-3 years' experience as a CDP in a hotel, restaurant or high-volume professional kitchen.
- Can confidently run any section independently with minimal supervision.
- Has working knowledge of pastry and dessert preparation.
- Demonstrates leadership ability and a genuine interest in developing junior team members.
- Shows strong organisational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Has solid food safety knowledge (Level 2 Food Hygiene or above preferred).
- Communicates effectively in English, both spoken and written.
What do we expect from you?
- Be Natural – We want our people to be themselves, genuine and non-scripted. Show us who you really are.
- Make It Easy – Be flexible; respond quickly and positively to changing requirements. Communicate effectively and be creative.
- Feel Empowered – Take charge and change the game. Take personal responsibility and initiative to resolve niggles in your own way.
- Belong – Show love towards our guests and your team. Understand your individual value within Bankside and show passion for the hotel and the local area.
Shift patterns will be discussed during the trial shift.
Benefits:
- Complimentary dry-cleaned uniform.
- Free meal, coffee and tea on duty.
- Medicash (Medical Cashback Plan).
- Discounted Hotel and F&B rates globally with Marriott and Vertiq.
- Enhanced Family Friendly Policy.
- Wagestream available.
Senior Chef De Partie (CDP) employer: Job Search Place Limited
Bankside Hotel is located in London and offers a vibrant atmosphere for guests and locals alike. Employees enjoy benefits like Medicash and enhanced family-friendly policies, fostering a supportive work environment. The hotel consistently ranks highly on TripAdvisor, making it a desirable workplace in the hospitality industry.
