Head Chef - Hotel

Job Role: Head Chef

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Salary: £50,000 per annum + Quarterly KPI Bonuses
Location: Oxfordshire

Head Chef Wanted: Lead the Culinary Team at a Premier Oxfordshire Hotel

• Host Staffing Recruitment Agency is seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef to take the helm of the kitchen operations at a prestigious hotel in Oxfordshire.
• If you're a culinary professional who thrives in a hands-on role and enjoys the challenge of managing a busy kitchen within a hotel setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!

The Role:

• Lead the Kitchen: Oversee the daily operations of two hotel restaurants, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency from breakfast to dinner service.
• Hands-On Cooking: This is a hands-on role where you'll be working the pass and directly involved in crafting and presenting dishes that wow our hotel guests.
• Manage Operations: Take control of all back-of-house operations, including staff rotas, payroll, stock management, ordering, and compliance with health and safety standards.
• Create Menus: Develop and update seasonal menus that showcase fresh, locally sourced ingredients and reflect the hotel's high culinary standards.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and manage a dedicated kitchen team, fostering a positive and efficient working environment.
• Financial Oversight: Keep an eye on the budget, control costs, and hit key performance indicators (KPIs) to unlock quarterly bonuses.

What We're Offering:

• Competitive Salary: Starting at £50,000 per annum, with additional quarterly bonuses based on performance.
• Work Schedule: 48 hours per week, across 5 days with 7 shifts covering breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
• Opportunity for Growth: A chance to make a significant impact at a leading hotel, with opportunities to further develop your career.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, ideally in a high-end hotel or multi-outlet venue.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Operational Excellence: A deep understanding of kitchen operations, from cost control to regulatory compliance.
• Creativity: A passion for developing innovative, seasonal dishes that elevate the hotel
• dining experience.

Ready to Apply?

• If you're a passionate Head Chef ready to take on a new challenge, we want to hear from you.
• Apply through Host Staffing Recruitment Agency with your CV and a cover letter that highlights your experience and vision for the role.
• Please note: The exact location and name of the hotel will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.
• This is your chance to lead a talented team and make your mark at one of Oxfordshire's top hotels. Apply today!

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