Instructor and Production Chef

Main Kitchen

The Langham, London; Europe’s first Grand Hotel and 5* rated property, is currently recruiting for an Instructor and Production Chef to join our talented team in our cookery school, Sauce by The Langham. In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation and production of food and engage with our guests during events and to support the hosting chef in delivering positive, memorable cooking experiences.

In the role of Instructor and Production Chef, your key focus will be to:

• contribute to the development and delivery of cooking classes and guest experiences by sharing your culinary expertise
• assist the Kitchen Manager in the preparation and production of food
• ensure that the highest standards are maintained at all times
• ensure that the kitchen areas designated, equipment and utensils are always kept clean and tidy to the standards required by the hotel
• communicate well with all colleagues and to engage with our guests during events
• support the hosting chef in delivering positive, memorable cooking experiences
• during quieter periods in the Sauce Kitchen (your primary department), assist other kitchen outlets within the hotel as needed

Do you have?

• previous similar experience and keen interest in the food industry
• current or recent experience in teaching culinary skills, or a strong desire and aptitude to be trained for an instructional role
• a high level of skill or expertise in a specific cuisine or culinary area (e.g., bread-making, regional cooking, etc.), with the ability to translate that into engaging guest experiences or classes
• ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• good interpersonal and communication skills
• excellent attention to detail
• food safety training along with relevant culinary qualifications

YOUR BENEFITS

Financial Wellbeing

• Discretionary Service Charge
• 28 days of holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) with the opportunity to increase to up to 33 days off based on Length of Service
• Access to Wagestream – a salary advance benefit
• Complimentary accommodation at all the Langham Hotels & Resorts, Cordis Hotels & Resorts, Eaton Workshop and affiliated hotels
• Discounted accommodation at The Langham, London for you and your family
• Discounts for you, your friends and family in our Food and Beverage outlets and on Spa treatments
• Up to £750 Recommend a Friend referral bonus
• Seasonal Travelcard loan
• A subsidised taxi journey (£20) for any shift you are scheduled to work between 00:00 and 05:00hrs
• Company pension plan
• Life insurance
• Discounts in various high street and online shops

Mental Wellbeing

• Colleague recognition system - being recognised and rewarded for positive guest comments or when you showcase one of our company values
• Learning and Development opportunities, including paid and unpaid cross-departmental training, empowering you to progress in your career
• 2 staff parties per year and several colleague social and community events
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme by Hospitality Action (24/7)
• Access to Qualified Mental Health First Aiders on site
• Most Valued Colleague of the Month and Year Awards
• Long Service Awards

Physical Wellbeing

• Free meals on duty in our Staff Restaurant
• Uniform supplied and laundered or if non-uniform colleague, a complimentary valet service of work attire provided
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Eye test vouchers
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Subsidised regular Back Massage, Reflexology & Chiropody Sessions

OUR CULTURE

Our company is dedicated to cultivating a supportive environment where "Our People, Our Pride" serves as a guiding principle, fostering innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The Langham, London is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on any protective characteristic.

DISABILITY INCLUSION

We are committed to disability inclusion and ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments, such as accessible interview locations, adapted tests, or specific accommodations, please inform us at the outset. Our goal is to provide an equitable recruitment experience for all candidates.

SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE

We are extremely proud to be recognised as an environmentally conscious hotel, constantly striving to improve our eco policies and initiatives to help preserve our world for future generations. We attained Platinum Earthcheck certification for the 4th consecutive year in December 2023, making us the first UK hotel to achieve Platinum status in 2020 and one of only two hotels in Europe and the UK currently holding this prestigious certification.

The Langham London, London’s Original Grand Hotel and flagship of the international Langham Hospitality Group comprises 380 luxury bedrooms and suites and Palm Court restaurant, the Artesian Bar and Wigmore Tavern, extensive Meeting & Events facilities, Europe’s first Chuan Body + Soul Spa and Sauce by The Langham, our cookery school. The team at the hotel prides itself on building great memories for our guests and we’ve been doing so since 1865.

About Langham Hospitality Group

A wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton Workshop and Ying’nFlo. With over 40 hotels and residences in operation or development, LHG has a global footprint that extends across Asia, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Middle East.

LHG's approach to hospitality centres on open and genuine interactions with guests, colleagues and the world around us. With dedicated colleagues across four continents, we foster an engaging and respectful workplace to nurture careers, delight guests, and embrace the company's vision to building great memories together.

Would you like to be a in such an iconic hotel? Then go ahead, apply!