Chef de Rang - St Albans

Chef de Rang (Full time) - Sopwell House Hotel, St Albans

Salary: £14,976 gross per annum

Deep in the Hertfordshire countryside, with London virtually on the doorstep, Sopwell House is a hidden sanctuary for those who appreciate comfortable refinement and a real sense of freedom. Complementing this sumptuous environment, guests will be welcomed by the genuine warmth of our family - run hotel with its dedicated team and a host of sophisticated facilities and services.

Join an Exceptional Team of Enthusiastic People!

Having recently joined Preferred Hotels & Resorts, a global collection of the world’s finest independent luxury hotels, the team at Sopwell House go above and beyond to ensure that our guests have the most enjoyable time.

Scope & General Purpose of Job

To provide guests and visitors to Sopwell House with an efficient and personal service whilst maintaining the consistency and continuity and strive to continually improve.

Main Responsibilities

• Delivering excellent standards of service in a friendly and professional manner to our guests
• Proactively welcoming and greeting all guests and visitors to the Brasserie and Sopwell House
• To assist in the set - up ensuring all required items are stocked and ready for the smooth running of the operations
• To seat guests offering them menus, drinks and providing explanations of the menu when required
• To deal efficiently and courteously with all guest queries
• Ensuring the restaurant environment is always maintained and cleaned to a high standard both during and after service
• Delivering consistent, exceptional service in line with the company standards
• Excellent knowledge of restaurant menus to be able to offer guidance and make recommendations

The successful candidate will have:

• Passion for food and beverage
• Ability to help train and supervise team members ensuring they deliver consistent quality of service
• Previous experience in a similar environment

All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Please be advised that if you have not received a response within 14 days, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

In Return:

• 28 days holiday + 1 Extra Holiday Day on Birthday upon 1 year Service plus other Company Benefits
• Discounted Spa, Food and Beverage and accommodation within the AB Hotels Group
• Professional learning and career development opportunities
• Tastecard upon 1 year Service