Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

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Junior Sous Chef

Ready for a sizzling career move? You will play a pivotal role in our kitchen working alongside a fantastic team. The food you prepare, cook and serve makes our guests smile and wanting more.

Salary: According to experience

Are you hungry for more responsibility?

We need people like you, efficient people who are quality-driven and willing to take on responsibility.

Flexibility is key to our business culture and we aim to help everyone get the work/life balance right.

The Mercure George Washington Hotel is located in the tranquil area of Washington, just a short drive from the centre of Newcastle. The Mercure George Washington Hotel, Golf and Spa have 125 Bedrooms, Meeting and Event rooms, Carter and Fitch Restaurant, Championship Golf course and a Fitness Leisure Club & Spa.

What is in it for you:

• In return we will give you free meals on duty, access to a pension scheme, fitness club membership, uniform included and hotel discounts worldwide after 6-months of service.
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within the hotel and across the world.
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Green Key

Bringing previous kitchen experience and Food Preparation qualifications, you’ll train our chefs, handle stock, order it, and cut down on wastage.

Naturally, the ability to cook with flair and imagination is paramount.

Ideally from a hotel background you will have experience of catering for large conference and events including weddings and bespoke private functions. Previous experience in a similar position is essential.

Your experience and skills include:

• At least a year under your belt managing a kitchen.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively and collectively as part of a team.

Your team and working environment:
Working within a close team of twelve important players. Our Chefs are loyal and some have served decades with us. We also hold awards such as International Salon Culinaire.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.