Back of House Manager - Six Senses London

As Back of House Manager, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them and our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness. 

Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and its strategic planning and development and ensure all directives, practices and initiatives are implemented, embraced, adopted within the hotel/resort.

Duties and Responsibilities 

As Back of House Manager, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation of the Back of House Department to provide exceptional product and service within brand operating standards. 

The duties and responsibilities will include:

• Manage the Back of House function in all kitchen areas to promote overall cleanliness, sanitation and compliance with state and local health regulations. 
• Determine the minimum and maximum stocks and control the par stocks of all materials and equipment.   
• Liaise with the Purchasing Department and suppliers regarding purchasing needs for the Back of House operation. 
• Set up work stations, inspect cleanliness and storage of dishes, fill dish machines, ensure correct chemical levels, maintain efficient traffic patterns in the kitchen, etc. 
• Control storeroom orders and issue china, silver and glass where necessary.  Ensure all food and beverage outlets have sufficient equipment to perform adequately. 
• Supervise day-to-day operations and assignments of the Back of House team, communicate objectives and expectations, and assign/schedule work.  Communicate and enforce policies and procedures. 
• Control and analyze cost, breakage and quality of support provided to outlets, banquets and other areas.   
• Control expenses in accordance with established budget. Maintain procedures for security of inventory. 

Operate the department consistent with all legal, statutory and financial requirements and documentation, reporting systems, contractual obligations, security and safety protocols, communications, product and service standards, host management practices and budgetary controls are implemented, reviewed and maintained to ensure the successful operation of the hotel. 

Qualifications

To execute the position of Back of House Manager, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results and includes the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years’ experience in Back of House, kitchen maintenance, kitchen operations or similar, with at least one year in a supervisory capacity.   
• Knowledge of food and beverage service operation preferred. 
• Fluent in English; I understand that additional languages are preferred. 

All candidates must hold the right to work in the UK to be considered. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Back of House Manager at Six Senses London. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent in the position.

Six Senses London is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.