Yes Chef! At Convene we are all about bringing people together, to create unforgettable moments and events that leave our guests talking about us for not just weeks but in years to come. Our chefs are the true driving force that make our events stand out from the rest, creating incredible dishes that leave our clients and their guests wanting more every time.
Understanding that the Chef world is challenging, fun, and hard work we usually work on a Monday-Friday basis on a 40 hour contract (its almost too good to be true right!? We even close for Christmas).
Were Here For You:
Health and Wellness
Private medical insurance
Subsidised eye care
Subsidised fitness membership
Employee Assistance Program: well-being support and personal advice programme
Time Off and Work-Life Balance
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and company sick pay
Financial Support and Benefits
Bonus scheme
Interest-free loan for rail season tickets & further education
Subsidised bicycle purchase through Cycle to Work scheme
Professional Development and Recognition
Continuous professional and personal development support
Employee recognition and reward programs to mark achievements and milestones
Community and Impact
Opportunities to volunteer, donate, and participate in community give-back initiatives
The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team and the business in the work that you do
What you'll do:
Preparation and execution of all event catering relative to food and beverage (who doesnt love a smoothie right?)
Maintain full knowledge of menus, recipes, and other specification information
Participate in company-wide cost savings initiatives
Cooperate with implementation of cooperative training programs
Display passion for increasing knowledge of the culinary field through collaborative development and curation of menus and specials
Responsible for constant sanitation, kitchen organisation, food handling and cleanliness
Cultivate a kitchen environment conducive to learning and growth opportunity through a pattern of hands-on leadership skills inclusive of the ability to delegate and follow up
What we look for:
Experience in working in kitchen/back of house operations is desirable however if its your interested in creating great food then we will teach you the rest
High volume catering, complex food service operations experience is desirable
Fine dining experience highly desirable
Knowledge of café operations is a plus
Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities inclusive of following up with front of house teams
Leading pre-shifts and recurring property leadership meetings
Flexible and long hours are sometimes required; rotating work schedules that may include nights and weekends
Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance
Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping
Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time
Ability to operate common kitchen equipment
Who We Are
At Convene, were in the business of creating experiential hospitality experiences for everyone who walks through our doors. Inspired by the service and style of a boutique hotel, weve reimagined how events are hosteddelivering exceptional service across more than 40 locations in the UK and US.
Our portfolio includes Convene, Signature by Convene, and etc.venues by Convene, each offering a unique atmosphere, but all united by the same commitment to excellence. Behind every successful event is our outstanding teamfrom in-house AV and tech specialists to expert event planners and hospitality through and through professionals.
With exciting new developments on the horizon, the best of Convene is yet to comestay tuned.
Stay up to date at https://convene.com/ .
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