The Peninsula London is seeking to hire a Senior Engineer - The Residences who will take pride in ensuring the good maintenance of the Residences through carrying out day to day tasks and projects, both in planned and reactive maintenance. We take pride in recruiting our talent from diverse and inclusive backgrounds as we strive to create a family oriented and mixed workforce. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London. The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our customers and commitment to our employees. Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team. Key accountabilities Ensure preventive and reactive maintenance tasks are performed according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and correctly recorded. Manage and assist Building services engineers and Planned Preventative maintenance engineers to ensure proper operation of the physical plant and all engineering facilities of the entire property in accordance with established policies and procedures, maintenance programme and operation schedule including but not limited to: House Rules and Regulation, Health and Safety, Emergency Response and Standard Operating Procedures. Closely monitor and control all operating parameters of the Residencesservices system to ensure high efficiency of utilization and reports to the Director of Engineering and/or Assistant Director of Engineering any deviation from the permitted parameter without any delays and suggest any processes and procedure to improve all engineering related services in the building. Inspect the Residencespublic areas daily and report any out-of-order equipment that will affect The Residences operation, ensures all issues are escalated to the Assistant Director of Engineering and/or Director of Engineering. General requirements Minimum 3 years in a similar senior engineering role within a similar environment. Trade certified Civil/ Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Strong experience in engineering operations and a good understanding of building service and relevant rules & regulations Ability to communicate effectively. Good problem-solving skills, organised and detail oriented. We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly. CONTACT US Scan or click (on mobile) the QR code to chat directly with our People and Culture team
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
The Peninsula London is seeking to hire a Senior Engineer - The Residences who will take pride in ensuring the good maintenance of the Residences through carrying out day to day tasks and projects, both in planned and reactive maintenance. We take pride in recruiting our talent from diverse and inclusive backgrounds as we strive to create a family oriented and mixed workforce. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London. The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our customers and commitment to our employees. Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team. Key accountabilities Ensure preventive and reactive maintenance tasks are performed according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and correctly recorded. Manage and assist Building services engineers and Planned Preventative maintenance engineers to ensure proper operation of the physical plant and all engineering facilities of the entire property in accordance with established policies and procedures, maintenance programme and operation schedule including but not limited to: House Rules and Regulation, Health and Safety, Emergency Response and Standard Operating Procedures. Closely monitor and control all operating parameters of the Residencesservices system to ensure high efficiency of utilization and reports to the Director of Engineering and/or Assistant Director of Engineering any deviation from the permitted parameter without any delays and suggest any processes and procedure to improve all engineering related services in the building. Inspect the Residencespublic areas daily and report any out-of-order equipment that will affect The Residences operation, ensures all issues are escalated to the Assistant Director of Engineering and/or Director of Engineering. General requirements Minimum 3 years in a similar senior engineering role within a similar environment. Trade certified Civil/ Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Strong experience in engineering operations and a good understanding of building service and relevant rules & regulations Ability to communicate effectively. Good problem-solving skills, organised and detail oriented. We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly. CONTACT US Scan or click (on mobile) the QR code to chat directly with our People and Culture team
The Peninsula London is excited to announce we are seeking an enthusiastic Guest Experience Manager to complete our Guest Experience Team. This role will play an essential part in supporting the performance of the Guest Experience Team (Front Office), ensuring exceptional service is delivered by incorporating the Peninsula Service Principles. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London Market leading remuneration, service charge and attractive benefits Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team Key accountabilities Responsible for the efficient and smooth operations of the arrival and departure experiences, ensuring impeccable service to hotel guests, with a focus on the guests, a heartfelt welcome and personalised experiences Take overall site responsibilityfor daily operational issues within the Guest Experience Team including accurate scheduling, service recovery, continuous coverage, and efficient service delivery Assist the Director of Front Office in the creation and management of the annual operating budget and monitor the monthly financial performance and maximise Room and Front Office revenue through initiatives such as room upselling Maintain close guest contact, manageguest feedback, ensuring elevated service recovery to exceed guest expectations, in keeping with the Peninsula Service Principles Hire, develop, motivate, supervise, and coach the Guest Experience Executives in maintaining a culture in compliance with mission, vision, values, and HSH core principles General requirements Minimum 5year's relevant experience in Front Office Operation within a luxury international property Thorough knowledge of customer service needs and a good working knowledge of operational finance procedures Excellent time management and organizational skills, highly adaptable and naturally positive Fluent English communication proficiency, expertise in a second language would be desirable We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly. CONTACT US Scan or click (on mobile) the QR code to chat directly with our People and Culture team
Jul 09, 2025
Full time
The Peninsula London is excited to announce we are seeking an enthusiastic Guest Experience Manager to complete our Guest Experience Team. This role will play an essential part in supporting the performance of the Guest Experience Team (Front Office), ensuring exceptional service is delivered by incorporating the Peninsula Service Principles. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London Market leading remuneration, service charge and attractive benefits Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team Key accountabilities Responsible for the efficient and smooth operations of the arrival and departure experiences, ensuring impeccable service to hotel guests, with a focus on the guests, a heartfelt welcome and personalised experiences Take overall site responsibilityfor daily operational issues within the Guest Experience Team including accurate scheduling, service recovery, continuous coverage, and efficient service delivery Assist the Director of Front Office in the creation and management of the annual operating budget and monitor the monthly financial performance and maximise Room and Front Office revenue through initiatives such as room upselling Maintain close guest contact, manageguest feedback, ensuring elevated service recovery to exceed guest expectations, in keeping with the Peninsula Service Principles Hire, develop, motivate, supervise, and coach the Guest Experience Executives in maintaining a culture in compliance with mission, vision, values, and HSH core principles General requirements Minimum 5year's relevant experience in Front Office Operation within a luxury international property Thorough knowledge of customer service needs and a good working knowledge of operational finance procedures Excellent time management and organizational skills, highly adaptable and naturally positive Fluent English communication proficiency, expertise in a second language would be desirable We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly. CONTACT US Scan or click (on mobile) the QR code to chat directly with our People and Culture team
The Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking a Sous Chef for our Colleague Restaurant reporting directly to the Executive Sous Chef. This role is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef on planning the employee restaurant operation, leading, directing, controlling, participating and supporting the employee restaurant kitchen team in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the employee restaurant and ensuring that the product quality meets the standards set and is maintained continually. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team Key Accountabilities Coordinate and direct all aspects of the employee restaurant operation Produce all food required for the assigned kitchen Control the ordering and requisitions to meet budgeted costs Develop, motivate, supervise and coach departmental employees in maintaining a culture in compliance with mission, vision, values and core principles of HSH Ensure personnel, physical and environmental hygiene is maintained in adherence to HACCP General Requirements Extensive technical knowledge and current culinary trends. Extensive experience in management of chefs. High level of creativity. Minimum 6-8 years experience in 5-star luxury hotel with large banquet or employee restaurant and minimum 3-4 years in charge of the department. High level of culinary certifications/qualifications. Friendly and positive with a flexible approach and confidence to guide a team. Ability to work under pressure. We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.
Feb 20, 2025
Full time
The Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking a Sous Chef for our Colleague Restaurant reporting directly to the Executive Sous Chef. This role is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef on planning the employee restaurant operation, leading, directing, controlling, participating and supporting the employee restaurant kitchen team in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the employee restaurant and ensuring that the product quality meets the standards set and is maintained continually. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team Key Accountabilities Coordinate and direct all aspects of the employee restaurant operation Produce all food required for the assigned kitchen Control the ordering and requisitions to meet budgeted costs Develop, motivate, supervise and coach departmental employees in maintaining a culture in compliance with mission, vision, values and core principles of HSH Ensure personnel, physical and environmental hygiene is maintained in adherence to HACCP General Requirements Extensive technical knowledge and current culinary trends. Extensive experience in management of chefs. High level of creativity. Minimum 6-8 years experience in 5-star luxury hotel with large banquet or employee restaurant and minimum 3-4 years in charge of the department. High level of culinary certifications/qualifications. Friendly and positive with a flexible approach and confidence to guide a team. Ability to work under pressure. We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.
The Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking a Chef de Partie for our Colleague Restaurant, reporting directly to the Sous Chef. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London. Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits. Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team. Key Accountabilities Assisting the Sous Chef with all aspects of the day-to-day operation of this busy kitchen, mainly working with the Colleague Restaurant Menu, but flexibility to work across other kitchens and menus is required. Leading a team to deliver quality food with the best ingredients, following the menu guidelines while being flexible with guest requests. Supervising, training, and guiding the team, often coaching and mentoring Apprentice chefs. Assisting with roster management, ensuring all team members can attend training and hotel activities. Checking orders, requisitions, and budgeted costs. Ensuring cleanliness and maintenance, including health and safety / HACCP compliance, of all kitchen equipment, ensuring that produce mise en place is done for services and products are of high quality. Offering service in line with the Peninsula Service Principles, for which you will be trained. General Requirements Extensive knowledge of food and ingredients with a high level of creativity. Experience of 3 years within a hotel or restaurant kitchen brigade is essential, with preference for candidates who have managed a team. Some level of culinary certifications/qualifications. Friendly and positive with a flexible approach and confidence to guide a team. Ability to work under pressure. We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.
Feb 19, 2025
Full time
The Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking a Chef de Partie for our Colleague Restaurant, reporting directly to the Sous Chef. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London. Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits. Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team. Key Accountabilities Assisting the Sous Chef with all aspects of the day-to-day operation of this busy kitchen, mainly working with the Colleague Restaurant Menu, but flexibility to work across other kitchens and menus is required. Leading a team to deliver quality food with the best ingredients, following the menu guidelines while being flexible with guest requests. Supervising, training, and guiding the team, often coaching and mentoring Apprentice chefs. Assisting with roster management, ensuring all team members can attend training and hotel activities. Checking orders, requisitions, and budgeted costs. Ensuring cleanliness and maintenance, including health and safety / HACCP compliance, of all kitchen equipment, ensuring that produce mise en place is done for services and products are of high quality. Offering service in line with the Peninsula Service Principles, for which you will be trained. General Requirements Extensive knowledge of food and ingredients with a high level of creativity. Experience of 3 years within a hotel or restaurant kitchen brigade is essential, with preference for candidates who have managed a team. Some level of culinary certifications/qualifications. Friendly and positive with a flexible approach and confidence to guide a team. Ability to work under pressure. We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.
The Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking a Food and Beverage Supervisor (Nights) to supervise our Room Service Department during night shifts. This position is predominantly to supervise each night service and shift alongside being responsible for taking dining orders from guests. This Room Service guest experience is critical to the success of any guest stay, providing unobtrusive yet high levels of dining service within the guests' private rooms. Having a great knowledge of the menu and the ingredients and being able to interact with the guest to provide friendly and tailored service is a true talent. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London. Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits. Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team. Key Accountabilities Responsible for all activities related to order-taking service at night; not limited to taking the order but also preparation, delegation to the team, training, and high-performance levels. Use the POS (Point of Sales system) for orders and guest preferences. Be knowledgeable of all food and beverage items and the ingredients to be able to discuss this with guests as required with a special focus on allergens. Offering a consistent service with continued participation in product awareness, training activities, and actively involved with tastings. Often carrying out the training with the team is also required. Taking responsibility for receiving and acting on guest feedback accordingly. Required to ensure the cleanliness and maintenance (including health and safety compliance) of all in-room dining equipment, ensuring that produce mise en place is done for services and products are of high quality. General Requirements Good knowledge of food and beverage with experience within Room Service and/or Restaurant service within a hotel environment preferred. Hospitality-related training required. Friendly and positive with the confidence to lead a team. Excellent time management and organization, and highly adaptable. Flexibility and capability of working under pressure. This position requires the fulfilment of night shift duties based on the operational needs of the business. The ability and willingness to work during these hours is a necessary condition of employment. We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.
Feb 19, 2025
Full time
The Peninsula London is delighted to announce that we are seeking a Food and Beverage Supervisor (Nights) to supervise our Room Service Department during night shifts. This position is predominantly to supervise each night service and shift alongside being responsible for taking dining orders from guests. This Room Service guest experience is critical to the success of any guest stay, providing unobtrusive yet high levels of dining service within the guests' private rooms. Having a great knowledge of the menu and the ingredients and being able to interact with the guest to provide friendly and tailored service is a true talent. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London. Market-leading remuneration, service charge, and attractive benefits. Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team. Key Accountabilities Responsible for all activities related to order-taking service at night; not limited to taking the order but also preparation, delegation to the team, training, and high-performance levels. Use the POS (Point of Sales system) for orders and guest preferences. Be knowledgeable of all food and beverage items and the ingredients to be able to discuss this with guests as required with a special focus on allergens. Offering a consistent service with continued participation in product awareness, training activities, and actively involved with tastings. Often carrying out the training with the team is also required. Taking responsibility for receiving and acting on guest feedback accordingly. Required to ensure the cleanliness and maintenance (including health and safety compliance) of all in-room dining equipment, ensuring that produce mise en place is done for services and products are of high quality. General Requirements Good knowledge of food and beverage with experience within Room Service and/or Restaurant service within a hotel environment preferred. Hospitality-related training required. Friendly and positive with the confidence to lead a team. Excellent time management and organization, and highly adaptable. Flexibility and capability of working under pressure. This position requires the fulfilment of night shift duties based on the operational needs of the business. The ability and willingness to work during these hours is a necessary condition of employment. We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.
Ideally situated in the heart of Belgravia, with views over Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch, The Peninsula London occupies one of the city's most prestigious addresses. The newly built hotel, impeccably designed to harmonise with surrounding heritage buildings is just moments away from the city's most iconic attractions, including Three Royal Parks, Buckingham Palace, Harrods, and Big Ben. Its 190 light-filled guest rooms and suites have been exquisitely designed by Peter Marino; its gathering spaces include several world-class restaurants and bars, the idyllic Peninsula Spa, and a luxury retail arcade. We are thrilled to be seeking our Executive Chinese Chef at The Canton Blue restaurant who will be responsible for planning, directing, controlling, coordinating, and participating in the day-to-day food preparation for the Chinese Kitchen. Ensuring that the product quality meets the standards set and is maintained continually. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile hotel in London. The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our customers, and commitment to our employees. Be a part of the highly experienced team. Key Accountabilities Coordinate and direct the Canton Blue Kitchen team. Create recipes and menus, and pricing in accordance with marketing, cost control, and profit objectives. Anticipate and evaluate the market needs pertaining to the culinary expectations, considering the local market, guest mix, and industry and competitive trends to recommend appropriate product/service and operational changes to ensure guest satisfaction. Instigate a continuous improvement mindset in the department to drive employee engagement and maintain market positioning with exceptional financial returns. Maintain and set adherence standards for product quality, consistency, presentation, portioning, garnishment, and utilization goals. Develop positive customer relations through proactive interaction with guests, team members, contractors, and suppliers. Work in synergy with the Food and Beverage leaders to ensure that divisional goals are achieved and well communicated. General Requirements Minimum of 10 years in a similar position at a luxury hotel or large hospitality group as an Executive Chinese Chef. Exceptional creative abilities and extensive menu development and budget preparation experience. Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to engage and motivate key stakeholders, especially colleagues. Passion for creating exceptional guest and colleague experiences. We would be delighted to receive your CV and will liaise directly with suitable candidates.
Feb 19, 2025
Full time
Ideally situated in the heart of Belgravia, with views over Hyde Park Corner and Wellington Arch, The Peninsula London occupies one of the city's most prestigious addresses. The newly built hotel, impeccably designed to harmonise with surrounding heritage buildings is just moments away from the city's most iconic attractions, including Three Royal Parks, Buckingham Palace, Harrods, and Big Ben. Its 190 light-filled guest rooms and suites have been exquisitely designed by Peter Marino; its gathering spaces include several world-class restaurants and bars, the idyllic Peninsula Spa, and a luxury retail arcade. We are thrilled to be seeking our Executive Chinese Chef at The Canton Blue restaurant who will be responsible for planning, directing, controlling, coordinating, and participating in the day-to-day food preparation for the Chinese Kitchen. Ensuring that the product quality meets the standards set and is maintained continually. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile hotel in London. The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our customers, and commitment to our employees. Be a part of the highly experienced team. Key Accountabilities Coordinate and direct the Canton Blue Kitchen team. Create recipes and menus, and pricing in accordance with marketing, cost control, and profit objectives. Anticipate and evaluate the market needs pertaining to the culinary expectations, considering the local market, guest mix, and industry and competitive trends to recommend appropriate product/service and operational changes to ensure guest satisfaction. Instigate a continuous improvement mindset in the department to drive employee engagement and maintain market positioning with exceptional financial returns. Maintain and set adherence standards for product quality, consistency, presentation, portioning, garnishment, and utilization goals. Develop positive customer relations through proactive interaction with guests, team members, contractors, and suppliers. Work in synergy with the Food and Beverage leaders to ensure that divisional goals are achieved and well communicated. General Requirements Minimum of 10 years in a similar position at a luxury hotel or large hospitality group as an Executive Chinese Chef. Exceptional creative abilities and extensive menu development and budget preparation experience. Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to engage and motivate key stakeholders, especially colleagues. Passion for creating exceptional guest and colleague experiences. We would be delighted to receive your CV and will liaise directly with suitable candidates.
The Peninsula London is excited to announce we are seeking a skilled and creative Head Baker to join our talent pastry team. Supported by the Executive Pastry Chef, this role will be responsible for planning, leading, and coordinating the overall production of the Bakery Kitchen whilst managing and coaching a team of bakers. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London Market leading remuneration, service charge and attractive benefits Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team Key accountabilities Promote The Peninsula London to becoming a recognised culinary destination, creating memorable guest experiences Produce all food required for the assigned kitchen and controls the daily ordering and requisitions to meet budgeted costs Help the Executive Pastry Chef to ensure weekly duty schedules are administered accurately Develop, motivate, supervise, and coach departmental employees in maintaining a culture in compliance with our mission, vision, values, and core HSH principles General requirements Minimum 3 years as a head baker or in charge of the department in a 5-star hotel Extensive technical knowledge and the ability to recognise culinary trends with a high level of creativity Experience in managing chefs Ability to communicate effectively with team members and capable of working well under pressure Ability to work overnight with the Bakery Team We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.
Feb 18, 2025
Full time
The Peninsula London is excited to announce we are seeking a skilled and creative Head Baker to join our talent pastry team. Supported by the Executive Pastry Chef, this role will be responsible for planning, leading, and coordinating the overall production of the Bakery Kitchen whilst managing and coaching a team of bakers. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London Market leading remuneration, service charge and attractive benefits Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team Key accountabilities Promote The Peninsula London to becoming a recognised culinary destination, creating memorable guest experiences Produce all food required for the assigned kitchen and controls the daily ordering and requisitions to meet budgeted costs Help the Executive Pastry Chef to ensure weekly duty schedules are administered accurately Develop, motivate, supervise, and coach departmental employees in maintaining a culture in compliance with our mission, vision, values, and core HSH principles General requirements Minimum 3 years as a head baker or in charge of the department in a 5-star hotel Extensive technical knowledge and the ability to recognise culinary trends with a high level of creativity Experience in managing chefs Ability to communicate effectively with team members and capable of working well under pressure Ability to work overnight with the Bakery Team We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.
The Peninsula London is seeking to hire a Head of Mixology who will develop and lead the cocktail concept and menus for the Food and Beverage Division, continuing positioning our bars within the London scene. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London. The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our guests and commitment to our employees. Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team. Key accountabilities Always ensures the delivery of exceptional guest service, providing friendly, yet discreet and unobtrusive service in greeting, seating and waiting on all guests. Exceeds guest expectations with service, in keeping with the Peninsula Service Principles, focusing on the core principles. Looks for improvement for better service standards with a general theme of anticipating the guests' needs. Collaborate with relevant departments when developing cocktail programs, to ensure restaurant concept is represented. Act as a The Peninsula London Ambassador for media and PR programs to support the positioning. Define beverage revenue generation programs, that are supported by a defined S&M strategy, which will drive revenue generation in all bars. Conduct and analyze current trends in the market and make recommendations on what can be applied to current F&B operation in the hotel to consistently evolve the food and beverage offering through creativity and innovation. General requirements Minimum 4 years relevant experience in a Luxury Food & Beverage Outlet with similar standards and expectations. Exceptional knowledge of beverage and all related facets. Excellent time and planning management, negotiation skills, highly adaptable, naturally positive. Fluent English communication proficiency. Expertise in a second language would be desirable. We will be delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with shortlisted candidates accordingly.
Feb 17, 2025
Full time
The Peninsula London is seeking to hire a Head of Mixology who will develop and lead the cocktail concept and menus for the Food and Beverage Division, continuing positioning our bars within the London scene. An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London. The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our guests and commitment to our employees. Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team. Key accountabilities Always ensures the delivery of exceptional guest service, providing friendly, yet discreet and unobtrusive service in greeting, seating and waiting on all guests. Exceeds guest expectations with service, in keeping with the Peninsula Service Principles, focusing on the core principles. Looks for improvement for better service standards with a general theme of anticipating the guests' needs. Collaborate with relevant departments when developing cocktail programs, to ensure restaurant concept is represented. Act as a The Peninsula London Ambassador for media and PR programs to support the positioning. Define beverage revenue generation programs, that are supported by a defined S&M strategy, which will drive revenue generation in all bars. Conduct and analyze current trends in the market and make recommendations on what can be applied to current F&B operation in the hotel to consistently evolve the food and beverage offering through creativity and innovation. General requirements Minimum 4 years relevant experience in a Luxury Food & Beverage Outlet with similar standards and expectations. Exceptional knowledge of beverage and all related facets. Excellent time and planning management, negotiation skills, highly adaptable, naturally positive. Fluent English communication proficiency. Expertise in a second language would be desirable. We will be delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with shortlisted candidates accordingly.