Banquet Sous Chef

Sous ChefAre you a confident leader, passionate about food? Can you motivate others whilst driving results? If yes, we would love to hear from you!To ensure and maintain the highest standard of all food preparation and service in your respective kitchen. You will be responsible for maintaining food safety and hygiene practices and ensuring the kitchen areas are maintained to Shangri-La standard, food safety, HACCAP responsibility. You will directly report to the Chef De Cuisine and together you will perfect, design and execute the menu for the Ting restaurant. In the absence of the Chef De Cuisine you will be responsible for the kitchen brigade, making sure the highest standards of service are performed and that your team is supported. You will adopt and maintain a sound professional knowledge on all aspects related to the operation and position, and on our companys core values: humility, courtesy, respect, helpfulness, and sincerity.Who were looking for:Experience in BanquetingProfessional Culinary EducationExperience in an apprenticeship program or equivalentExperience in a Michelin Star restaurant desiredExperience in a luxury, Five Star hotel desiredDiplomas and certificates in Culinary ArtsA thorough knowledge of cocktails, wines & spiritsKnowledge of Food & Beverage systemsExperience in a luxury, 5 Star Hotel preferred but not essentialFlexibility, reliability, and adaptabilityOral and written fluency in EnglishConfidence in a fast-paced, high-expectations environmentPassion for foodWho are we?We are Shangri-La, The Shard, London, the first elevated luxury hotel in the city and Western Europes tallest building. Our guests dine with unparalleled views across London, capturing the citys most historic area, inclusive of Tate Modern, St. Pauls Cathedral, and Borough Market. Our award-winning restaurants offer an incredible world of dining in the clouds. As our Sous chef you would transform every bite into unforgettable experiences for our guests.In joining the Shangri-La Hotel London, we will offer you an array of exclusive benefits and lifestyle options such as but not limited to:Private Medical and Dental Scheme.Private pension scheme50% discounts in our exclusive award-winning luxury Restaurants and BarsYearly Tastecard membershipComplimentary dining whilst at workComplimentary dry-cleaning service for your work attireAnnual season travel ticket loan to support you in your journey to workStaff rates at properties worldwideExclusive discounts across London Bridge area via the Shard Card membership schemeLoyalty benefits- such as complimentary stays, monetary recognition for long serviceInvestment in your personal development via our vast online Shangri-la academy coursesInternal promotions and endless opportunitiesUnique cultural and engagement events across all teamsImmediate enrolment onto our employee recognition platform moments of joyFinancial recognition for introducing new successful team members into the hotel via our inhouse talent teamPlease note that all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, without restrictions. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from all candidates.