Junior Sous chef

About

Montcalm Collection

United by timeless style and peerless service, Montcalm Collection is

London’s compendium of luxury hotels. Housed in elegant Georgian townhouses, an

18th-century brewery, heritage headquarters and a diamond-shaped skyscraper,

each hotel reveals a different chapter in the city’s story.

The hotels in the collection include a historic brewery, reimagined as a

vibrant modern hotel : Montcalm Brewery. A storied city-slicker, housed in the

former headquarters of the Royal Mail : Montcalm Royal London House. A property

with a bold new perspective at Montcalm East, part of Marriott’s Autograph

Collection. And a duo of mindful hotels which set a slower pace : Inhabit,

Southwick Street and Inhabit, Queen’s Gardens, both part of Design Hotels.

Our flagship hotel is on the brink of a bold new era. Its Grade

II-listed building on the cusp of Park Lane has been sensitively refreshed by

architects Holland Harvey. Interiors are being rejuvenated by Studio Mica and

Studio Est. We have added a new signature restaurant helmed by a world-famous

chef, alongside a dapper lounge and bar. Communal areas, bedrooms and suites

have all been artfully redesigned; our spa and Grand Ballroom will re-emerge as

modern icons.

Conscious, cultured, characterful, and considerate, Montcalm Marble Arch

is a five-star hotel set on a historic crescent that sits proudly at the top of

Park Lane, steps from Hyde Park and the West End, with a toe in Marylebone,

bringing a fresh, holistic hospitality approach to London luxury. The

respectful, sensitive full restoration includes a wellness space,

community-welcoming public spaces and a restaurant helmed by an internationally

acclaimed chef.

Overview

Montcalm Mayfair are looking for a skilled and

ambitious Junior Sous Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team at

one of our prestigious London Hotels – Montcalm Marble Arch. The ideal

candidate will have a passion for food, keen attention to detail and

presentation, strong leadership skills, and the ability to motivate and manage the

team.

You will help to shape the Montcalm Collection’s

next chapter and showcase your skills. Become a trusted ambassador achieving

the service and product delivery standards for the department with a high

degree of customer culinary care and service.

Purpose of the Role

The role of the Junior Sous Chef is to support the Head

Chef in successfully overseeing the entire kitchen operation and team daily. You will provide the

highest level of food and service to all customers in line with the agreed

service level and procedures.

Job Specific

Duties :

Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in managing

the Kitchen team, including Chef de Partie, Commis Chef, Pastry Chef, Kitchen

Porters.

Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen

department, ensuring quality product, excellent presentation, efficient

workflow and high productivity.

Assist in creating and managing the kitchen

staff schedule, ensuring adequate coverage during peak periods while

controlling labour costs.

Handle staffing issues, including time-off

requests, attendance, and disciplinary actions in collaboration with the Sous

Chef and Head Chef.

Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of

new kitchen team members.

Conduct regular training sessions and

performance evaluations to maintain high levels of service and adherence to

standards.

Motivate and mentor the kitchen team, fostering

a positive and professional work environment.

Take full responsibility for the quality and

consistency of food production in the restaurant.

Ensure all dishes are prepared, cooked, and

presented to company standards.

Ensure the kitchen is always organized to meet

business demands, particularly around food costings and payroll.

Perform regular stock checks, labelling, audits,

and equipment checks to adhere to health and safety requirements.

Order all food items as needed, ensuring only

agreed suppliers are utilized.

Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in creating

and maintaining recipe manuals and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new

dishes.

Address and resolve any deficiencies or issues

related to food quality standards promptly and effectively.

Develop and implement cleaning

procedures and protocols, ensure adherence.

Conduct quality control checks to

ensure work meets established standards.

Assist in managing the inventory of cleaning

supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels and cost control.

Address guest inquiries, requests, and

complaints related to kitchen services in a timely and professional manner.

Coordinate with the front desk and guest

services teams to ensure special guest culinary preferences and VIP

arrangements are fulfilled.

Address maintenance issues and report

to the maintenance department.

Monitor and ensure compliance with Health

and Safety Standards and Food Safety Standards.

Perform administrative tasks as

required.

Accept responsibility and follow

instructions from the Sous Chef and Head Chef.

Create and maintain good working

relationships within the department and with other departments such that a high

level of morale is sustained.

Maintain consistent, accurate stock

records.

Role Model a philosophy of work and

conduct consistent with the professionalism expected of management colleagues.

Interact with

individuals outside the hotel, such as suppliers, contractors, labour relations

representations and competitors.

Have ultimate responsibility

and accountability along with the Sous Chef and Head Chef for Health &

Safety and Food Safety training of all department Colleagues and for the

overall accident record of the department.

Responsible for taking necessary proactive

steps to reduce / eliminate Colleague accidents.

This job description is

designed to outline primary duties and conditions related to the Junior Chef

position at a luxury hotel. It is not an exhaustive list and additional tasks

and responsibilities may be required as directed by hotel management.

Attributes :

High attention to detail and commitment to a

luxury quality.

A genuine passion for food and beverage with a

desire to stay updated on current food trends.

Exemplary leadership, motivational and team management

abilities.

Excellent organizational and multitasking

skills.

Ability to work under pressure.

Strong supervisory and communication skills with

the ability to inspire and motivate a team.

A team player with a positive, proactive

approach and a "Yes, Yes, Yes" mentality.

A problem-solver who can provide on-the-spot

solutions in high-pressure situations.

Consistently on time, trustworthy, and

dependable in meeting deadlines.

Maintain composure in a busy kitchen environment

while delivering exceptional results.

Ambitious to become a Sous Chef and actively

working towards succession.

Working

Conditions :

Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends,

holidays, and evenings, as required.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure

environment.

Physical demands such as being on the feet for

long periods of time and manual handling.

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and perform

physical tasks related to housekeeping duties.

Essential Qualifications

Intermediate Food Hygiene Qualification (Level

3) preferred; Food Hygiene Qualification (Level 2) is essential.

1-2 years' experience working in a high-profile,

fast-paced kitchen within a luxury hotel or resort environment on a supervisory

or management role.

Proven ability to work under pressure while

maintaining quality standards.

Knowledge and experience with menu development,

food costing, and stock management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• A supportive, empowering team environment
• Benefits platform with various discounts
• Wellbeing support, workshops and advice
• 28 holidays including eight bank holidays, with more holidays after two-year service
• Cash-back health benefits, including optical, dental, chiropractor and physio services
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to Wellbeing platform and sessions, including EAP
• Excellent incentive schemes
• Awards and Recognition Programme
• Annual parties
• Regular and ongoing training and development, including leadership workshops
• Pension scheme

Eligibility

Candidates must be authorised to live and work in

the UK. Currently, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Montcalm Collection, diversity and inclusion

aren't just buzzwords. We genuinely value the unique perspectives everyone

brings, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, or background. Our

culture thrives on mutual respect, and we provide a workplace free from

discrimination and prejudice.

Should this role resonate with your aspirations,

please apply. If not shortlisted, we encourage you to explore other

opportunities with us, either now or in the future.

Note : If you do not hear from us within 14 days,

kindly consider your application as not shortlisted for this role.