This is a seven-day operation requiring a Head Chef with preferably multi-site experience to deliver a multi-million pound turnover operation. We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who can inspire and lead our great team and share their wealth of experience.
WHAT WILL KEEP YOU BUSY:
* Ensure that the location achieves, as a minimum, the financial targets agreed with the client in line with the budget
* Monitor the work of all the staff and carry out appraisals, recognise training needs and potential as appropriate
* Hold team meetings on a regular basis to communicate targets, standards required and company and client information
* Work with your General Manager to prepare budgets; achieve and maintain the food cost in accordance with the budget
* Develop and evolve all client’s services at location, ensuring regular adjustments and improvements are both recommended and implemented
Qualifications
* Thrive on getting the best out of people and maximising commercial opportunities
* Excellent kitchen management skills
* Fresh ideas for menus
* Draw satisfaction from managing, training and supporting a team
* Provide a professional catering service, ensuring that company standards are maintained and that Client expectations are met
* Previous experience in an Exec Chef or Head Chef role, ideally in Contract Catering, Events or Hotel / Conferencing
* Strong understanding of report writing and financial management
* Excellent supervisory and communication skills
* Good delegation and influencing skills
* Able to demonstrate an analytical approach to problem solving
* Ability to display a real passion for food and customer service
* Hands-on approach
Additional Information
For almost 20 years, we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus, and friendly teams across various locations, providing exceptional hospitality experiences.
We seek the brightest and best to join us, supporting your career development and helping you create a hospitality legacy.
Our culture is driven by our values: Always Visionary, Wholeheartedly Positive, Creatively Collaborative, and Forever Conscious.
Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we like to hear from motivated, eager-to-learn individuals. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within our workforce to reflect our diverse society and customer base.
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