Chefs - Executive/Head Chef

Head Chef–Exquisite Leisure Venue – Day times - Buckinghamshire - £27,000K

Company Profile

A well established and award winning leisure and event venue are now looking for a proficient, talented, passionate and professional Head Chef to join their team and head up the kitchen operations. Predominately a very popular wedding venue this company believes in the production of high quality dishes with a focus on fresh, sustainable and locally sourced ingredients. Offering a great basic salary, generous bonus package, day times hours and excellent career progression this is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented Head Chef.

Role

• You will be fully responsible for the supervision and development of a brigade of 4 chefs
• To oversee the food production from menu creation to table in liaison with Clubhouse Manager
• To ensure food standards are of the highest order of creation and presentation as governed by using freshest ingredients and menu specification
• To be responsible for the efficient and timely ordering of all kitchen inventory items, and the correct receiving of such food /items
• To process invoices in accordance with Company procedures
• To be responsible for the correct storage, handling and general hygiene of all food and related items
• To discuss, suggest and review with the Clubhouse Manager and General Manager all aspects of the dining experience at the club with a view towards constant improvement (this includes developing our special events programmes at the club)
• To work in a positive, cooperative and pleasant manner with members, colleagues and management
• To be at all times immaculately groomed and presented in the appropriate company uniform and also ensuring all kitchen staff are adhering to these standards at all times
• To communicate effectively and respectfully with staff and managers
• To ensure a high level of security in all areas of kitchen equipment, doors and stock
• To identify and report service/maintenance and repairs as appropriate

Candidate Profile

• Will have at least 3 year’s experience as a Head Chef/Senior Sous Chef producing high quality modern British cuisine
• Must have experience of at least a year cooking within a 5 Star Hotel or minimum 2AA rosette standard
• Highly creative and imaginative with fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients
• Attend regular staff meetings with the core management team
• The ability to remain calm and professional when the going gets tough is an absolute must!
• Will be an instinctively strong leader with the ability to motivate, train and develop your staff
• Will be highly organised
• Will demonstrate a good sense of ownership
• Will demonstrate a flexible and positive approach to work with a savvy and energetic personality
• Will be proficient in implementing Health and Safety procedures
• Good IT and administration skills are desired with excellent financial/G.P abilities
• The ideal candidate will have previous banqueting experience for up to 150 guests

Salary & Benefits

£27,000 per annum

Great Bonus Incentives

Predominate day times hours

Excellent career progression opportunities

In accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, candidates must prove their entitlement to work in the UK – Verification of Documentation will be undertaken as part of the recruitment process

£27,000 + Bonuses