At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our kitchen team as a Junior Sous Chef and create amazing dishes.
- Company: Be part of the Accor network, a leader in hospitality with endless opportunities.
- Benefits: Enjoy free hotel stays, discounts, and professional development through Accor Academy.
- Other info: Experience a night stay to understand our guests' perspective.
- Why this job: Shape the future of our restaurant while growing your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years in a professional kitchen and leadership experience required.
Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.
Joining as our Junior Sous Chef is a chance to be part of something special, shape the future of our restaurant, and take on rewarding challenges that will help you grow both personally and professionally. Bistro Mirlot is a cosy French restaurant located in the heart of Mercure London Bankside. Celebrated for its authentic French cuisine, warm atmosphere, and attention to detail, Bistro Mirlot offers guests a true taste of France in the heart of London. Our team takes pride in delivering an exceptional dining experience, combining classic dishes with a welcoming and relaxed environment.
As a key member of our Kitchen team, we are looking for a Junior Sous Chef with a passion for food, strong attention to detail, and experience in a fast‑paced kitchen environment. You will support the Head Chef in leading the brigade, ensuring consistent delivery of high‑quality dishes and smooth day‑to‑day kitchen operations.
As our next Junior Sous Chef, you will:
- Assist in overseeing all aspects of the kitchen operation, ensuring quality, consistency and efficiency
- Support in managing, motivating and developing the kitchen team, including Commis Chefs and apprentices
- Lead by example during service, maintaining high standards and a positive team culture
- Prepare and present high‑quality dishes in line with hotel and brand standards
- Support stock control, ordering, and cost management to meet departmental targets
- Assist with rotas, deliveries and invoice processes where required
- Minimise food waste and contribute to sustainable kitchen practices
- Ensure full compliance with hygiene, HACCP, health & safety and environmental standards
- Take responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef
A little more information: We look forward to giving you the opportunity to work with our fantastic team, who will coach and support you in achieving your personal and professional goals within your hospitality career. Our hotel offers 144 rooms, meeting rooms, bar, restaurant and fitness area. Understanding things from our guests’ perspective is key, so while you are settling into your new role we will arrange a one‑night stay for you to experience this first‑hand.
As part of our team you can have:
- Free night stays in our UK hotels and 50% discount in any Accor Restaurant (T&C Applies)
- Discounted hotel rates all over the world in Accor Hotels
- Hourly Rate £18.49+ Service Charge
- Continuously learn and develop yourself with our Accor Academy
- Support your wellbeing in your professional and personal lives
- Grow your experience anywhere. Explore limitless opportunities across 5000 hotels in over 100 countries
- Participate actively in initiatives to build a more inclusive and sustainable world
- And many more benefits and perks: Our objective is simple – make you grow and give you the spark to unleash your personality
If you feel you are the right candidate for the role as our Junior Sous Chef, please click ‘apply’ now – we’d love to hear from you!
Qualifications:
- 3–5 years’ experience in a professional kitchen
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
- Excellent leadership, communication, and training skills
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a high‑pressure kitchen environment
Junior Sous Chef employer: MERCURE
MERCURE in Oxford is an excellent employer that values its team members by offering a supportive work culture and numerous growth opportunities within the hospitality industry. Employees enjoy benefits such as free meals, discounted rates at Accor hotels, and a commitment to fostering a passion for food and customer satisfaction, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
