About us...
Fairmont Windsor Park is a beautiful, heartfelt retreat surrounded by 40 acres of English countryside that blends iconic heritage with modern elegance. Our five-star hotel includes 251 luxurious bedrooms and suites accompanied by 7 restaurants and bars offering an unrivalled dining experience. The spa and wellness facilities are inspired by nature and the hotel has s tate of the art conference facilities.
A bit about what you will do...
To lead, manage, and organize all aspects of the food production in Il Giardino to the highest professional standards and in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure as issued by the Executive Chef. Further responsible for running the kitchen outlet with creativity and in an innovative way by introducing new dishes and products on the market.
Lead the team in effectively deliver departmental goals, plan and organise work activities and continuously seek to improve ways of working and engaging the team to do the same.
Collaborate closely with Executive Head Chef to plan menus, products and seasonal offerings for the outlet.
Complete payroll reports, manage food costs and forecasts, and participate in the preparation of the hotels annual budget.
Manage efficient stock control and procedures.
Combine financial awareness with a flair and passion for food.
Maintain a safe, healthy and secure workplace environment, following all work protocols and engaging the team with training initiatives.
Monitor and analyse guest feedback to improve food and presentation quality.
Coach, train, and support the team to provide consistently high standards, while continually looking to improve.
More about you...
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and a drive to maintain high food quality standards.
Strong leadership and motivational abilities.
Resilience and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Commercially astute and knowledgeable about the latest food trends.
Proven experience of managing, coaching and developing teams.
Approachable and positive manner with a can do attitude.
Full understanding of financial aspects, budgeting and profit and loss.
Experience of working with brand standards.
Excellent standard of English, both written and spoken.
Experience of high-volume operations including banqueting.
Proven track record as a Head Chef with at least 10 years experience.
Holder of Food Hygiene Level 4 certificate and Health and Safety certificates.
Experience within a 5-star hotel is a significant advantage.
Whats in it for you
Competitive salary
Holiday 28 days holiday, enhanced after 5 years of service.
But theres more...
Free meals on duty.
Compl i mentary on-site parking is available whilst on duty.
Free limited shuttle service between the hotel and Heathrow Terminal 5 and Egham Station.
Discounted employee friends & family rates at Arora Hotels.
Food and beverage discounts.
Christmas gifts and employee parties.
Introduce a friend scheme.
Cycle 2 work scheme.
UK attraction discounts @ Merlin Entertainments.
Taste card.
Life assurance scheme.
Wage stream.
Employee assistance programme .
Arora star employee recognition.
Long service recognition award.
Grow with us...
We are growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities. Being part of the Arora group there are exciting opportunities for career progression and development across our properties and brands.
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