We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and experienced Sous Chef to join our Kitchen. The role of a Sous Chef is to prepare food for the Restaurant, Bar and Conference departments to a consistently high standard to meet guest requirements. Also, to ensure the correct storage of all deliveries while maintaining excellent health and hygiene kitchen practices at all times. The Sous Chef will also assist in the training and development of junior members of the kitchen team and the supervision of the kitchen as a whole. The Sous Chef will deputise for the Head Chef and ensure the kitchen is well run and compliant at all times. Your day-to-day Contribute to the production of food items in accordance with instructions from the Head Chef. Be knowledgeable of the day's business, i.e. know what reservations are booked into the Food and beverage outlets, be aware of outside events that will impact directly on business, etc. Be familiar with the menu and with any "specials" of the day. Ensure all dishes are prepared in a timely fashion. Ensure all dishes leaving the kitchen/buffet are prepared to the approved standard of presentation. Avoid unnecessary wastage, observe proper portion planning and control and to act in a cost-effective, responsible manner. Comply with all Health and Safety guidelines and report any issues as appropriate. Energy and cost awareness to deliver savings where possible. Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues to the Head Chef. Following company control procedures in accordance with the company's Internal audit requirements Ensure excellent food hygiene practice is observed in the entire food chain from storage through to preparation and service. Ensure HACCP compliance within the kitchen and all Food and beverage outlets. What we need from you Catering / Hospitality / Travel /Tourism qualification at any level. Previous supervisory experience within a kitchen environment. Professional cookery qualification Flexible working shifts. Compliant - as well as meeting local laws on food handling. Must speak fluent English. Ability to communicate with your team and the hotel teams. Working in a team Why you should apply We offer market-appropriate salary plus access to our extensive benefits package, which includes: Service-based annual leave (increasing up to a maximum of 5 extra days) Employee & Friends/Family discounted rates at Heeton-operated hotels and Hilton GO Referral scheme Numerous voluntary benefits, including buy holiday scheme, Cycle to Work, Medicash Health Plan and many more Heeton is an expanding company which offers excellent career, training and development opportunities Exclusive access to the employee recognition & reward scheme - Heeton Rewards Fantastic career potential with one of the UK's fast-growing hotel operators Retention bonus on completion of 3 and 6-month service In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process
Aug 05, 2025
Full time
We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and experienced Sous Chef to join our Kitchen. The role of a Sous Chef is to prepare food for the Restaurant, Bar and Conference departments to a consistently high standard to meet guest requirements. Also, to ensure the correct storage of all deliveries while maintaining excellent health and hygiene kitchen practices at all times. The Sous Chef will also assist in the training and development of junior members of the kitchen team and the supervision of the kitchen as a whole. The Sous Chef will deputise for the Head Chef and ensure the kitchen is well run and compliant at all times. Your day-to-day Contribute to the production of food items in accordance with instructions from the Head Chef. Be knowledgeable of the day's business, i.e. know what reservations are booked into the Food and beverage outlets, be aware of outside events that will impact directly on business, etc. Be familiar with the menu and with any "specials" of the day. Ensure all dishes are prepared in a timely fashion. Ensure all dishes leaving the kitchen/buffet are prepared to the approved standard of presentation. Avoid unnecessary wastage, observe proper portion planning and control and to act in a cost-effective, responsible manner. Comply with all Health and Safety guidelines and report any issues as appropriate. Energy and cost awareness to deliver savings where possible. Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues to the Head Chef. Following company control procedures in accordance with the company's Internal audit requirements Ensure excellent food hygiene practice is observed in the entire food chain from storage through to preparation and service. Ensure HACCP compliance within the kitchen and all Food and beverage outlets. What we need from you Catering / Hospitality / Travel /Tourism qualification at any level. Previous supervisory experience within a kitchen environment. Professional cookery qualification Flexible working shifts. Compliant - as well as meeting local laws on food handling. Must speak fluent English. Ability to communicate with your team and the hotel teams. Working in a team Why you should apply We offer market-appropriate salary plus access to our extensive benefits package, which includes: Service-based annual leave (increasing up to a maximum of 5 extra days) Employee & Friends/Family discounted rates at Heeton-operated hotels and Hilton GO Referral scheme Numerous voluntary benefits, including buy holiday scheme, Cycle to Work, Medicash Health Plan and many more Heeton is an expanding company which offers excellent career, training and development opportunities Exclusive access to the employee recognition & reward scheme - Heeton Rewards Fantastic career potential with one of the UK's fast-growing hotel operators Retention bonus on completion of 3 and 6-month service In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process
Hilton is the world's most recognised hospitality brand and is the largest upscale operator of hotels in Greater London. We have a fantastic opportunity for an M&E Sales Executive to join our team at the Doubletree by Hilton London Kensington. This is a prestigious 4-Star property in bustling Kensington. What will I be doing? As the Meetings and Events Sales Executive, you will be responsible for coordinating Meeting & Events enquiries and bookings. You will maximise the profitability of the meeting and events operations through effective negotiation with clients. You will work closely with the Cluster Sales Manager and General Managers to ensure consistent service standards, guest satisfaction, and a supportive work environment. Your responsibilities will include working across properties such as DoubleTree by Hilton - Kensington and Adam House Serviced Offices, with potential support for other Heeton properties. Restaurants Review daily pick-up across all outlets Ensure the inbox is well managed by support staff Guide the support team to close incoming enquiries Update information on relevant third-party websites Prepare weekly forecasts for the venue Meetings & Events Update Delphi with all relevant event information Maintain hotel brand and listing across third-party platforms Follow up proactively on outstanding enquiries Respond within 2 hours to enquiries Set up appropriate payment terms for clients Secure event details timely and share with relevant departments Lead F&B meetings to share updates on promotions and strategies Ensure budgets are met prior to hotel re-opening Develop action plans to meet budgets and attract business during need periods Adam House Ensure listing on relevant third-party channels to secure meeting business Promote Adam House meeting rooms to existing clients Cross-sell spaces based on client requirements Assist the General Manager in obtaining event details from clients and relay to operations Secure payments in advance Forecast weekly for the venue Why you should apply We offer a market-appropriate salary plus extensive benefits, including: Service-based annual leave (up to 5 extra days) Discounted rates at Heeton-operated hotels and Hilton GO for employees & friends/family Referral scheme Voluntary benefits such as holiday buy scheme, Cycle to Work, Medicash Health Plan, and more Career development opportunities within Heeton Exclusive access to Heeton Rewards recognition scheme Career growth with a rapidly expanding hotel operator Retention bonuses at 3 and 6 months of service Additional Information In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Evidence of eligibility will be required during the recruitment process.
Jul 11, 2025
Full time
Hilton is the world's most recognised hospitality brand and is the largest upscale operator of hotels in Greater London. We have a fantastic opportunity for an M&E Sales Executive to join our team at the Doubletree by Hilton London Kensington. This is a prestigious 4-Star property in bustling Kensington. What will I be doing? As the Meetings and Events Sales Executive, you will be responsible for coordinating Meeting & Events enquiries and bookings. You will maximise the profitability of the meeting and events operations through effective negotiation with clients. You will work closely with the Cluster Sales Manager and General Managers to ensure consistent service standards, guest satisfaction, and a supportive work environment. Your responsibilities will include working across properties such as DoubleTree by Hilton - Kensington and Adam House Serviced Offices, with potential support for other Heeton properties. Restaurants Review daily pick-up across all outlets Ensure the inbox is well managed by support staff Guide the support team to close incoming enquiries Update information on relevant third-party websites Prepare weekly forecasts for the venue Meetings & Events Update Delphi with all relevant event information Maintain hotel brand and listing across third-party platforms Follow up proactively on outstanding enquiries Respond within 2 hours to enquiries Set up appropriate payment terms for clients Secure event details timely and share with relevant departments Lead F&B meetings to share updates on promotions and strategies Ensure budgets are met prior to hotel re-opening Develop action plans to meet budgets and attract business during need periods Adam House Ensure listing on relevant third-party channels to secure meeting business Promote Adam House meeting rooms to existing clients Cross-sell spaces based on client requirements Assist the General Manager in obtaining event details from clients and relay to operations Secure payments in advance Forecast weekly for the venue Why you should apply We offer a market-appropriate salary plus extensive benefits, including: Service-based annual leave (up to 5 extra days) Discounted rates at Heeton-operated hotels and Hilton GO for employees & friends/family Referral scheme Voluntary benefits such as holiday buy scheme, Cycle to Work, Medicash Health Plan, and more Career development opportunities within Heeton Exclusive access to Heeton Rewards recognition scheme Career growth with a rapidly expanding hotel operator Retention bonuses at 3 and 6 months of service Additional Information In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Evidence of eligibility will be required during the recruitment process.