Junior Sous Chef

Aloft Hotels are designed for global travellers who love open spaces, open thinking and open expression. This is a place where travel creates possibilities, where style is necessary, connectivity keeps up with you, social scenes are vibrant, and the only direction is forward. This is Aloft Hotels.

The Eastside Rooms is a unique environment that combines the innovation of the future with Birmingham’s iconic heritage. Think stylish with a touch of cool. Professional with a touch of fun. We’re all about creating exceptional experiences. Couple attention to detail with a distinctive attitude for creating spectacular memories and you have the perfect combination of skills to enhance any occasion.

Traditional, yet contemporary. This is The Eastside Rooms.

Aloft Birmingham Eastside & The Eastside Rooms is a Disability Confident Employer.

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

We want our team to have a work life balance that works both for them and the business. Please feel free to talk to us at the interview stage about the flexibility you need and we will explore what’s possible for the role.

As part of the Eastside team, you will have access to a suite of benefits that include:

• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Subsidised meals on duty
• Paid breaks
• Financial contribution towards childcare up to age 12, from day 1 of employment
• Annual wellbeing allowance up to £500
• A minimum of 30 days holiday (pro rata for part time and condensed hours working patterns)
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – Holiday purchase scheme and Cycle to work scheme.
• Wagestream – stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Company sick pay - giving you piece of mind when you need it the most
• Annual reviews for salary and employee benefits
• A genuine commitment to your personal and professional growth through our excellent Learning & Development offerings
• Regular recognition of your contribution, including team appreciation days and events, quarterly and annual awards and on-the-spot rewards via our online recognition platform

This role is predominantly focused on our busy banqueting and events operation, supporting the delivery of conferences, exhibitions, gala dinners, weddings, private events, and large-scale catering functions.

As Junior Sous Chef, you will play a key role in leading kitchen operations for high-volume events, ensuring dishes are prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standards while maintaining consistency across large numbers of covers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Sous Chef and Head Chef in the planning and execution of conference and banqueting menus
• Leading sections during large-scale events and service periods
• Supervising, coaching, and developing Chef de Parties and Commis Chefs
• Ensuring food is produced consistently and efficiently for both plated and buffet-style events
• Managing food preparation for multiple events running simultaneously
• Maintaining strict food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
• Monitoring stock usage, portion control, and waste management to maximise profitability
• Assisting with menu development and event-specific food concepts
• Working closely with the Conference & Events team to…