At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in daily food production and ensure top-notch guest experiences.
- Company: Join the award-winning Alain Ducasse team at The Dorchester.
- Benefits: Enjoy complimentary stays, discounts, and a robust pension scheme.
- Other info: Participate in fun social events and access career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Become a culinary legend while working in a vibrant, inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for customer service.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Join us as a Sous Chef for Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester, recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024 & 2025 and ‘Hotel of the year – London’ at the 2024 AA Hospitality Awards. 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 care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Sous Chef you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You'll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.
What you’ll do
You will be responsible for assisting in day-to-day production according to business requirement that day, and ensuring the operation runs effectively with minimal supervision, all to ensure that daily food preparations meet outlined recipes, including portion size, quantity and quality all to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience. Sometimes our guests have special requests involving dietary requirements, food allergies and even special occasions. Most of these requests are fulfilled by our Sous Chef, who supervises and leads the team.
What you’ll bring
Our values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day. As a Sous Chef you’ll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy. Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great communication skills with a strong customer service ethic. English is the primary language used in our hotel. You can comfortably communicate in this language.
What you’ll get
- Complimentary Stays: Enjoy complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.
- Discounts: Benefit from discounts at various high street and online shops.
- Employee Perks: Enrol from day 1 into the Royal London Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8% towards your pension); Benefit from Seasonal ticket loan, Rental deposit scheme, private financial advice, and Eye care vouchers.
- Training and Development: Advance in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5. We partner with outstanding nationally recognised Apprenticeship providers.
- Social Events: Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter ball, pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.
- Referral Bonus: Earn a £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend.
- Well-being Support: Access immediate well-being advice because we care about our employees.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself), please do call People & Culture team on 02073197011 or email PeopleAndCultureLondon.UK@dorchestercollection.com so that we can discuss how we can support you through this process.
Sous Chef in City of Westminster employer: The Dorchester
At Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester, we pride ourselves on being a top employer, recognised for our inclusive culture and commitment to employee growth. As a Sous Chef, you will benefit from exceptional training opportunities, competitive perks including complimentary hotel stays and a robust pension scheme, and a vibrant work environment that celebrates diversity and creativity. Join us to not only advance your culinary skills but also to be part of a legendary team dedicated to excellence in hospitality.
