Job Description

The Royal Thames Yacht Club, based in Knightsbridge, is the oldest continuously operating Yacht Club in the World. It has a growing and active membership across all member categories. The Club is highly respected in the UK and internationally, winning major inter-club sailing events worldwide. The London Clubhouse is known for its excellent dining, functions and renown cellar, activity operating two bars and two restaurants serving seasonal menus selected from best suppliers.

Overview

We are looking for a hard-working, dedicated individual with passion for fresh and seasonal food and dining experience. The right person should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, able to run service independently and play their part in a friendly and passionate team

As function Chef you will

As a function junior sous chef you will be preparing, cooking and presenting dishes within the club's menu standard and understand how events service works in terms of preparation and timing and be able to run events by yourself. You will be working closely with the sous chef and head chef. You will be ensuring that you maintain the high standard of both food and hygiene in the kitchen. You will oversee orders and maintain stock level to a correct quantity.

Our successful candidate will have

The ability to be effective under pressure, excellent communication skills (using all types of verbal and non-verbal communication techniques) The willingness to be flexible with duties and hours of work will also be required

Good understanding of allergens and dietary requirement

Good understanding of food orders and stock pair level.

Have experience working in a high-quality kitchen, adhering to Health and Safety and standard operating procedure

'Can do' attitude

Available to work at weekends and bank holidays if required.

Be passionate about cooking with a high attention to detail

Be punctual, reliable, focused and have a positive attitude

Have a passion for the role and be keen to progress and develop within the team

Eligible to live and work in the UK

Personal attributes include reliability, honesty, loyalty, excellent organizational skills, an affable disposition, and the ability to demonstrate an open, attentive approach to customer service

Level II certificate in allergens and H&S are essential

Able to work on their own and be a team player

Excellent knowledge and genuine passion for food

Exceptional customer service standard

Confident, professional, and welcoming

Able to operate a manual handling role which does include some physical moving of large deliveries

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 14.50-15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 45 per week

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/07/2025
Reference ID: Function Junior sous chef
Expected start date: 01/09/2025