The Copthorne Hotel Aberdeen is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the Kitchen teamKey responsibilities include:Creating a stable working environment and high morale within the Kitchen team, providing training, guidance and support to each individual.Creating menus, focusing on quality, taking into account guest preferences, seasonality and controlling food costs to achieve gross profit targets.Placing food orders in line with purchasing instructions and specifications. Ensuring that the team are trained to deal effectively with receipt of delivery, authorising acceptance and overseeing correct storage of goods received. Effective control measures must be in place from delivery to service.Ensuring that effective systems are in place for the operation and cleaning of equipment correctly, adhering to maintenance, safety requirements and cleaning schedules.Ensuring appropriate systems and processes are in place to comply with regulations relating to Health & Safety, Food Safety, Hotel rules and regulations and Emergency procedures.Effectively managing the Kitchen team, dealing with recruitment, induction, training and development including completion of regular reviews, annual appraisals, etc.What are we looking for?Previous experience as a Head Chef/Sous ChefProven track record as a Head Chef/Sous Chef in culinary skills, kitchen management and development of the Kitchen teamEnthusiastic and motivated, with attention to detail and accuracyAn excellent communicator who has the ability to develop positive relationships with other departments in the hotel to ensure that control measures are understood and adhered toAbout the HotelThe Copthorne Hotel Aberdeen, is a beautifully maintained historic building situated in the heart of Aberdeen’s West End and provides convenient access to surrounding areas. The hotel offers 87 bedrooms, all with modern amenities.The Grain Store Bistro & Bar offers a warm and friendly atmosphere with something for everyone from our delicious menu, lighter meals are available in the bar area. Our Aberdon Function Suite, with private bar is ideal for conferences, exhibitions, private events and weddings.For youWe offer a benefits package including:·Cash Health Plan cover option·Career development pathways and regular salary reviews·Employee Discounted Accommodation and F&B discounts worldwide!·Life Assurance, where applicable·Apprenticeship/Placement/Training opportunities·Meals Provided on Duty·Social Events, Wellbeing and Team Activities·Uniform·Length of Service related holiday scheme·Recommend a Friend Scheme, where eligible… and many more!We are an equal opportunities employer.In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.To improve compliance with identity document validation, successful applicants will provide their right to work in UK which will be verified using Trust ID Scanners and Software.