Pastry Sous Chef
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Position Overview & Specifications
Part of London Regional Hotels (L+R Hotels) Strand Palace has been welcoming guests to the heart of London since 1909 and is one of Londonβs largest independent hotels.
About L+R Hotels
L+R Hotels is a highly motivated, family owned global hotel investment and management company, committed to delivering excellent hospitality and creating long-term sustainable value. The company owns an extensive portfolio, with approximately 21,500 bedrooms across 90 hotels in the UK, Continental Europe, the US and the Caribbean.
About Strand Palace
All 785 guest rooms, lobby, restaurant and bar are refurbished to a modern and contemporary style inspired by the hotel's popular art deco era in the 1920's. We welcome guests on business and leisure from all corners of the UK and worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
- To support the Executive Chef and Sous chef in the creation of the afternoon tea, Restaurant and Events desserts.
- Ensure effective management for all stock including storage, rotation, preparation and service quality and quantity in accordance with statutory health safety regulations and Hotel standards
- Ensure daily/weekly procedures including temperature checks, food labelling/dating and storage are carried out and that records are kept up to date
- Ensure all food is cooked, prepared and the presented in the correct style and in accordance with the required hotel standard
Why joining the Strand Palace Team β Benefits and perks
Working at Strand Palace has its perks. As part of our team, youβll have access to a range and benefits, including:
- Attractive and competitive salary
- Hotel discounts in rooms, bars and restaurants
- Employee discount rate at L+R Hotels
- Employee discount rate at hotels worldwide
- Free laundry and dry cleaning
- Complimentary breakfast, lunch and dinner on duty
- Interest-free season ticket loan
- Up to 33 paid holidays per year
- Social activities; theatre club, parties, birthday celebrations
- Employee assistance programme
- βIntroduce a Friendβ scheme
- Paid volunteering day
- 5% contributory pension scheme
- Cylce to work scheme
- Health and wellbeing cash back plan
- Up to 33 days holiday per annum
- Opportunities for internal career progression
- Professional training and development opportunities
- Β½ day off on your birthday
- Free access to the gym
Working with us
Our team is very diverse. From newcomers making their way to the industry to some of the most experienced professionals in London. We promote a strong culture where quality interactions, excellent service and fun dominates our day to day. We describe ourselves as confident, creative, knowledgeable, agile, and personable. If these traits resonate with your own personality, then Strand Palace is for you.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Hotels & Resorts
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Pastry Sous Chef roles across Strand Palace Hotel's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Hotels & Resorts.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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