Conference and Banqueting Head Chef
- Recruiter
- Anonymous
- Location
- West Sussex
- Salary
- 30000.00 - 32000.00 GBP Annual + Excellent Benefits
- Posted
- 19 Oct 2018
- Closes
- 16 Nov 2018
- Sectors
- Catering & Hospitality
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Conference and Banqueting Head Chef
GBP30,000 - GBP32,000 + Excellent Benefits
LS51330
Based in West Sussex
- Do you have current experience leading a team in C & B Kitchen?
- Do you have similar experience within a quality Hotel?
- Are you located in the West Sussex area?
My client is a luxury 5* hotel and spa in Sussex offering the best in relaxation. With stunning surroundings, they offer award-winning dining, expert meeting facilities and are an extremely popular venue for Conferences and Weddings.
Conference and Banqueting Head Chef
As Conference & Banqueting Head Chef, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional guest focused dining experiences, as well as ensuring that all team members are fully trained and consistently achieve the standards expected within the busy Conference and Banqueting private dining rooms.Conference and Banqueting Head Chef Role Responsibility
- Fresh food led site, that pride themselves on using fresh seasonal produce, that is sourced locally
- Manage small team of banqueting team.
- Liaise with relevant Managers and Chefs daily to confirm and deliver all catering needs.
- Creating and assisting in the production of suitable menu designs for the relevant event or area of food service within the hotel.
- Ensuring the quality of food and standards of presentation are of the exceptional levels expected when dining at the hotel.
- Evaluate Industry trends and initiate product improvements to ensure we remain competitive and leaders in our market.
- Assisting the team in the smooth, safe and efficient running of the kitchen operation
- Working with the Executive Chef, to coach and guide new members of the team, putting in place proper induction training and ongoing training and development for all.
- Managing relationships with contractors and suppliers.
- Fully understanding food GP margins and ensuring these are adhered to and achieved consistently, through close liaison with the Executive Chef.
- Manage stock control and food purchasing in line with hotel requirements
- Work with the Executive Chef, to plan the yearly food revenue and profit targets to meet the required GP%
- Developing new menus and food items in line with the tastes and dining requirements of the hotel guests and visitors.
Conference and Banqueting Head Chef Experience and Skills required:
- Previous experience in a similar role in a conference centre or hotel.
- Our ideal candidate will have a true passion for food.
- Strong kitchen background from within hotel or restaurant sector, preferably at a 5* and Rosette standard.
- Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing).
- Commercially astute and financially aware.
- Highly organised.
- Proven record as a strong team leader.
What my client can offer you:
My client is committed to ensuring all staff are happy and well rewarded so that in turn, they pass the positivity onto the guests. You will receive excellent training, development and progression opportunities, as well as discounted room nights across all the groups Hotels and Venues & discounts on food and beverage across all of the group's properties
We have several other chef roles in this location that we would be more than happy to discuss including:
Demi C.D.P - Paying GBP21,000
Sous Chef - Paying GBP30,000
Pastry Sous - Paying GBP29,000
Please contact Lesley to find out more!
Email: .(url removed)
GBP30,000 - GBP32,000 + Excellent Benefits
LS51330
Based in West Sussex
- Do you have current experience leading a team in C & B Kitchen?
- Do you have similar experience within a quality Hotel?
- Are you located in the West Sussex area?
My client is a luxury 5* hotel and spa in Sussex offering the best in relaxation. With stunning surroundings, they offer award-winning dining, expert meeting facilities and are an extremely popular venue for Conferences and Weddings.
Conference and Banqueting Head Chef
As Conference & Banqueting Head Chef, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional guest focused dining experiences, as well as ensuring that all team members are fully trained and consistently achieve the standards expected within the busy Conference and Banqueting private dining rooms.Conference and Banqueting Head Chef Role Responsibility
- Fresh food led site, that pride themselves on using fresh seasonal produce, that is sourced locally
- Manage small team of banqueting team.
- Liaise with relevant Managers and Chefs daily to confirm and deliver all catering needs.
- Creating and assisting in the production of suitable menu designs for the relevant event or area of food service within the hotel.
- Ensuring the quality of food and standards of presentation are of the exceptional levels expected when dining at the hotel.
- Evaluate Industry trends and initiate product improvements to ensure we remain competitive and leaders in our market.
- Assisting the team in the smooth, safe and efficient running of the kitchen operation
- Working with the Executive Chef, to coach and guide new members of the team, putting in place proper induction training and ongoing training and development for all.
- Managing relationships with contractors and suppliers.
- Fully understanding food GP margins and ensuring these are adhered to and achieved consistently, through close liaison with the Executive Chef.
- Manage stock control and food purchasing in line with hotel requirements
- Work with the Executive Chef, to plan the yearly food revenue and profit targets to meet the required GP%
- Developing new menus and food items in line with the tastes and dining requirements of the hotel guests and visitors.
Conference and Banqueting Head Chef Experience and Skills required:
- Previous experience in a similar role in a conference centre or hotel.
- Our ideal candidate will have a true passion for food.
- Strong kitchen background from within hotel or restaurant sector, preferably at a 5* and Rosette standard.
- Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing).
- Commercially astute and financially aware.
- Highly organised.
- Proven record as a strong team leader.
What my client can offer you:
My client is committed to ensuring all staff are happy and well rewarded so that in turn, they pass the positivity onto the guests. You will receive excellent training, development and progression opportunities, as well as discounted room nights across all the groups Hotels and Venues & discounts on food and beverage across all of the group's properties
We have several other chef roles in this location that we would be more than happy to discuss including:
Demi C.D.P - Paying GBP21,000
Sous Chef - Paying GBP30,000
Pastry Sous - Paying GBP29,000
Please contact Lesley to find out more!
Email: .(url removed)