JC Hotels are recruiting for a passionate Head Chef. The right candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the kitchen in order to deliver a great customer experience as well as continuously training staff, controlling costs and all other kitchen needs.
This is a full time position, including weekends and evenings
Excellent salary to be discussed on interview. This is dependent on experience, ability and hours
There is accommodation on site if required - this can be discussed on interest show
Job location: The Boars Head Hotel, DE6 5GX
WHAT WILL I BE DOING?
· Manage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality and administrative functions
· Ensuring adequate resources are available for the current and predicted needs of the kitchen
· Keep all working areas clean and tidy, ensuring no cross contamination
· Complying with all current legislation with regards to health and safety, fire and food safety
· Controlling costs yet ensuring that standards are not compromised
· Improving the gross profit margins and other reaching other targets set by management
· Ensuring that all other team members have an up-to-date knowledge of current & future menus, special promotions and any forthcoming events
· Ensure that staffing levels are maintained in order to meet the current & future business demands
· Manage any staff performance issues in compliance with company policies and procedures
· Recruit, train and develop the kitchen team
· Ensure that all maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues are dealt with in an appropriate time frame
· Regularly review menus to ensure that dishes are in line with market trends and demands
· Maintain good communication and work relationships in all hotel areas
WHAT ARE JC HOTELS LOOKING FOR IN ME?
· Catering experience in managerial capacity
· Experience managing a kitchen and developing staff
· Experience managing food costs
· Excellent leadership and communication skills
· Excellent planning and organizing skills
· Commitment to deliver a high level of customer service
· Ability to work under pressure
· Ability to work on own or in teams
· Intermediate food hygiene qualification
· Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
· A passion for food
· Some knowledge of current market trends and demands
WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK FOR JC HOTELS?
JC Hotels is a family owned and run business providing a relaxed, stress free working environment. The team is efficient and productive and all members of staff have support from a strong and stable management team. Overall JC Hotels are dedicated in continuing the tradition of delivering a warm and welcoming environment for family and friends to stay along with enjoying outstanding, locally-sourced food and our teams are what makes that happen!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
