Banqueting Sous Chef

About Park Hyatt London River Thames

Park Hyatt London River Thames offers 203 spacious and comfortable rooms, including two ambassador suites and a presidential suite.With stunning city and river views, signature Charlie Whinney pieces, and a convenient location in the heart of London, the hotel is an ideal launchpad to explore the city, with nearby attractions including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Kings Road. The hotel boasts exquisite dining options, state-of-the-art events space and an indulgent spa with relaxation lounges, spa rooms and indoor pool.

Duties and responsibilities related to theSous Chef - Banquetingrole

• Utilise your collaborative knowledge of the culinary department wherever possible, displaying initiative when problem solving.
• Minimise waste to help ensure that the budget and sustainability measures are adhered to.
• Knowledge of seasonal produce & new products on the market and awareness of culinary trends.
• Ensure all dishes are correctly presented and garnished before being sent for service.
• Mentor and coach colleagues to ensure maximum engagement and a smooth operation.
• Ensure hygiene and sanitation guidelines are strictly adhered to, and that equipment and utensils are handled, maintained and used correctly.
• To ensure that the departments operational budget is strictly adhered to, that all costs are controlled, and expenditures are properly approved.
• To maximise colleague productivity through the use of multi-skilling, multi-tasking and flexible scheduling in order to meet the financial goals of the Department as well as the expectations of all people we serve.
• To prepare and ensure rotas are posted and timesheets submitted on time, making sure that they reflect business needs and other key performance indicators.

About you

Proven experience in luxury culinary operations, demonstrating strong leadership and management skills to motivate and inspire a team. Possess extensive knowledge of food and beverage trends, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits of the Sous Chef role include

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
• Uniform provided and laundered complimentary
• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

At Hyatt We care for people so they can be their best. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever-growing Hyatt family which has 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and is recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

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Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job its a career for people who care.