Junior Sous Chef

Located right on the river edge in the centre of Royal Windsor, Sir Christopher Wren Hotel & Spa is a popular four star hotel in an unbeatable setting. Comprised of several characterful buildings clustered around a historic cobbled street by Eton Bridge, the hotel offers a collection of individually styled bedrooms, a modern conference centre, The Brasserie restaurant and bar, and the Wren’s Club spa and fitness centre. The perfect riverside location is just steps from Windsor Castle, and is popular for tourists as well as visitors for meetings and events.,

• Through a hands on approach, assist the Head Chef to maintain & improve standards of food and service.
• Helping to create a variety of a la carte, buffet and banqueting menus to meet customer needs and ensure maximum guest satisfaction.
• Helping to control departmental expenses including food costs and wages, in line with business levels.
• Implementing & monitoring all Health & Safety and hygiene practices and procedures
• Mentoring, coaching and training the junior chefs and carrying out job chats with then
• Motivating the team to perform their best at all times.
• Attending training & completing e-learning modules to improve your skills and aid your development
Please note: there is no staff car parking on site at the hotel, but plenty of secure space to store bicycles and with great access to local bus and train services

The kitchen is at the heart of our Food & Beverage business and so we are seeking an experienced Junior Sous Chef with a passion for fresh, quality food; to join our kitchen brigade. We believe that it is the people we employ that makes the difference to the experience of our guests, and that is why we are looking for someone who is ready to go the above and beyond in everything they do.,
• Several years' solid experience throughout hotel kitchens up to Junior Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie level in similar or larger size operation.
• Worked with fresh foods and have the desire & ability to deliver quality ala carte and buffets
• Experience of large volume functions and weddings
• A good understanding of all applicable Health & Safety legislation & experience working with strict Health & Hygiene regimes.
• An understanding of food controls & experience of ordering
• Self-motivation and be able to motivate others to achieve
• Food Safety Level 3 or equivalent
  
  Up to £33,000 per annum + monthly service charge & excellent benefits, At The Wren, we love what we do, and we're looking to grow our team with people who share our passion for success. We want individuals who will bring their own style to every experience and put our guests at the heart of everything they do. We pride ourselves on our team, and we work hard to take their careers to new heights. As part of the Wren's team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:
• Wagestream - flexible access to your earned wages & financial coaching App
• A paid day off for your birthday
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• Saroving Rewards for going the extra mile & delivering exceptional guest service
• Employee appreciation events
• Family & Friends Accommodation rates & employee F & B discounts at all hotels in the group
• Opportunities for training and development & recognising your potential