Head Chef – Lead Culinary Excellence in East Sussex!
Are you an accomplished Head Chef with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences, ready to take the helm of a prestigious luxury hotel kitchen near Newhaven, East Sussex?
As the new Head Chef, you’ll be the driving force behind all food production and culinary activities at the hotel, located near Newhaven, East Sussex. You’ll have the autonomy to create and evolve menus for multiple outlets, including a fine dining room, a bustling inn, room service, terraces, and banqueting. This role is perfect for a visionary Chef who thrives in a high-volume, quality-driven environment.
Here’s what this outstanding opportunity offers:
1. Competitive salary of £60,000 + Gratuities
2. Employee of the Year Programme: A £500 prize plus a complimentary two-night stay at any hotel in the group.
3. Discounted stays at any of the hotels in the group.
4. Discounted food and beverage across all their hotels.
5. Complimentary stay at any hotel in the group (including breakfast and dinner) after one year of service.
6. Staff accommodation may be available for full-time applicants.
7. Be the leading Chef in a diverse and dynamic operation.
Your responsibilities will include:
8. Planning and directing all food preparation and culinary activities to the highest professional quality for all outlets of the hotel.
9. Creating, developing, and updating all menus in line with the hotel’s culinary offering, quality expectations, and ethos.
10. Managing and monitoring the requisition and purchase of all food products and supplies, ensuring the highest professional quality, seasonality, and local sourcing where possible.
11. Leading the development and monitoring of food and labour budgets, departmental training, hygiene standards, and fostering a culture of creative excellence.
We’re looking for a Head Chef with:
12. A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Head Chef in a similar hotel operation.
13. Proven 2 AA Rosette experience in a busy hotel environment.
14. A strong understanding of managing a 7-day-a-week operation.
15. Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
This is a remarkable opportunity for a dedicated Chef to make a significant impact within a highly respected establishment near Newhaven, East Sussex. If you are a visionary and experienced Head Chef ready for this exciting challenge, apply now!
Apply now and lead the culinary journey at a premier East Sussex destination.
Contact: Nicky Faith
Job Number: 933077 / INDELITE
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