Hotel Head Chef

Job information Hotel Head Chef from the Company The Connaught Hotel & Spa Bournemouth, this latest Hotel Head Chef job vacancy is located in the city Bournemouth BH PH. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Restaurant field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Description :

Hotel Head Chef

About us…The 4* Connaught Hotel & Spa is one of Bournemouth’s finest hotels, situated on the West Cliff. With spacious ground floor public rooms, beautifully renovated Connaught Brasserie, 200+ gin bar, 81 bedrooms and suites plus the first class Bluewater Spa, relaxation lounge and gym -there are so many reasons to choose the hotel.

The role we have a new opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to join and lead our excellent kitchen team. Reporting to the General Manager you will have a strong and proven background within the industry, ideally from a 4 star AA rated hotel. Continually aiming to exceed service expectations, the role will also require you to contribute towards the hotels financial objectives including payroll, sales and department costs as well as effectively leading and managing your team.

The person the role would suit an enthusiastic, hardworking and passionate individual with a genuine interest in using fresh, local ingredients and a natural flair for serving beautifully presented food – simply done well. A confident leader with excellent communication skills as well as the business acumen to ensure the department is achieving its objectives.

Role responsibilities:

· To achieve the required gross profit % through effective kitchen management, providing short term and long term direction for the team

· Delivering consistent high standards of food for both small and intimate functions as well as large weddings and events

· To be responsible for the ordering of food and equipment in line with Hotel policies – you must be comfortable using procurement software

· To be aware of trends and new products for the existing and future customer base, as well as fostering innovation and ideas throughout the team

· Ensuring compliance with the food hygiene regulations at all times, working closely with the H & S manager, including equipment, training, guides, cleaning rotas, risk assessments and records are all maintained and up to date

· To ensure menus are effectively costed and available for various aspects of the business including seasonal menus, wedding and function menus

· To meet with customers requiring input on their menus as required

· Training, leading and motivating staff understanding how to get the best results from them at all times

· Confidence with financial controls of budgets ensuring business targets such as food and staff costs are continually achieved

· To be aware of productivity ratios as to staffing requirements and departmental wage costs to ensure the hotel achieves the payroll percentage

· Deal appropriately with guest comments and complaints if required ensuring feedback is utilised in a constructive manner and fed back to the team

In return you would be working for a truly inspirational business where your creativity, experience and knowledge would genuinely be valued and encouraged.

You will have…

· A minimum of 1 years’ experience working within a similar role

· Extensive experience working in a high volume restaurant

· An extensive array of culinary skills and knowledge

· Food Hygiene level 2 as a minimum

· Experience managing and working with a diverse and experienced team

· High standards for producing quality fresh food

· Excellent leadership skills

Salary and benefits package will depend on experience levels. This a permanent, full time role working shifts, you must also be available to work weekends and bank holidays.

Reference ID: Head Chef – Connaught Hotel

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £36,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Performance bonus

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Head Chef: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person