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A prestigious multi-site culinary operation is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a high-calibre kitchen environment. Covering 80+ PDR and events, this role is ideal for a dynamic professional with a passion for excellence in fine dining.
Role Overview
Position:
Head Chef
Responsibilities:
- Recruitment and administrative duties
- Overseeing comprehensive kitchen operations
- Ensuring the smooth running of multiple outlets
Cover Details
- Lunch: Up to 110 covers
- Dinner: 150–180 covers
- Events:
- Monday to Friday for seated dinners, working lunches, and canapés
- Oversee in-room dining (with one chef assigned, requiring supervision)
Candidate Profile
- Experience:
- Proven track record in large, high-calibre kitchens
- Background in establishments with at least 2 rosettes and 5-star ratings
- Multi-site management experience, including staff food operations and managing a very upscale staff room
- Skills:
- Ability to oversee comprehensive kitchen operations and lead a team of 34+ Chefs plus 9 kitchen porters, including 4 sous chefs
- Creative yet compliant with a keen eye for new menu development
- Master butcher and fishmonger skills
- Attributes:
- Excellent communicator, problem solver, and team player with no ego
- Extremely organized, astute, and professionally mature
- Note:
- Candidates from small kitchens or private members clubs will not be considered
Working Hours & Service
- Hours: 45–55 hours per week (overtime paid)
- Service Expectations:
- Aggressive service with up to 140 covers served simultaneously
Menu & Cuisine Focus
- Styles:
- British contemporary, French, and Italian with a touch of Japanese umami flavors
- Essential Skills:
- Advanced knife techniques
- Butchery and fishmonger expertise
- Additional:
- Specific ingredients are available as needed; please review the current menu for guidance
Keywords:
High Volume, 2 Rosette, 5 Star, Astute and Focused, All Rounder, Eager to Learn
If you are ready to elevate your culinary career and thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure environment, we invite you to apply today.
Ready to take the next step in your culinary career and be part of an exceptional team setting the benchmark in luxury dining.? Apply today or send your CV to Alejandro at COREcruitment dot com. I would love to hear from you!
