Head Chef

Generator Hostels; Berlin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday holiday

Employee referral bonus up to £1,000

Gym membership contribution

Life assurance

Income protection

2 free nights’ accommodation across a­

Staff room rates

Job summary

Generator Berlin Mitte is seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead our kitchen team in the heart of Berlin. You will own daily operations, design menus, and ensure an unforgettable dining experience for guests and hosts.

You are a creative leader with at least 3 years in hospitality, strong communication, and a passion for trend-driven, locally inspired cuisine. EU eligibility is required; the role offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment within Europe’s innovative hospitality brand.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality/service industry in a similar role for 3+ years.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Eligible to work in the EU.
• Passion for innovative, locally inspired cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Take control, accountability and ownership of the management of the kitchen and its daily operations
• Direct the food preparation process and related activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations with the courage to try something different and deliver innovative, locally inspired food & beverage offerings appropriate to the guest community
• Monitoring and controlling stock levels
• Work within the departmental budget figures, maximising revenue and minimising expenditure
• Produce departmental forecasts as required and communicate figures to the team to aid their understanding of the business and the importance of their contribution to the business success
• Set up control systems to ensure that all goods received into the kitchen are checked against delivery notes and those delivery notes are checked against invoices
• Know all statutory legislation and ensure H&S, food hygiene and Fire Safety compliance
• Operate a clean hygienic kitchen at all times
• Keep up to date with local food trends
• Coach and lead the team in such a manner that our guests receive an exceptional level of service and want to return
• To ensure that training needs are adequately identified and development plans for staff are kept updated
• Ensure that the team is constantly improving their product knowledge to maximize revenue and the service provided

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

People management

Budget management

Food safety

Job description

HEAD CHEF

We need an exceptional and passionate foodie to join & lead our kitchen team as Head Chef. If you are an inspiring leader and communicator, a people person through and through and have a genuine desire to be part of something big then your journey should start here. The Head Chef will take full control of the kitchen & help us to create an unforgettable experience. Be a part of Europe’s fastest moving, ground-breaking, lifestyle & hospitality brand.

WHO ARE WE

Generator is on a journey. Appropriate, given that we're an accommodation brand. The journey began in London, swung through a heap of European capitals on its way to dominating the world. No biggie. Fast Company named us one of the top 50 most innovative global companies. We, of course, agree. And now this top 50 most innovative global company (did we mention that?) wants a pretty awesome Head Chef for Generator.

Our spaces are safe and seriously social, in the proudest part of the beating heart of the cities we love. Cultural action, creative pulse and an outstanding way to waste some of the finite time the universe has given you - that's what Generator offers. Holds true for staff and visitors equally, and while chic design is always the backdrop, every Generator in every destination reflects the unique beat of that city's heart.

BEING YOURSELF is the key to bringing the Generator story and brand to life.

ABOUT GENERATOR BERLIN MITTE

Winner of the 2017 Trip Expert Experts' Choice Award. Berlin’s renaissance has made it one of the most appealing cities for artists and musicians, its reputation cemented as a cultural powerhouse where epic party nights aren’t just one-offs. Once you come you won’t want to leave. Generator Berlin Mitte is right in the heart of the city. Formerly two 19th century office buildings, it’s now fused into one arts-focused über hostel. And it’s all within stress-free walking distance of Hackescher Markt, Alexanderplatz and Kunsthaus Tacheles.

For art enthusiasts, the hostel includes a sculptural string installation by French artist Sebastian Preschoux and corridors filled with super-sized signature faces by Thierry Noir. A historic courtyard, vibrant social spaces and a chill-out library make it feel like a real home away from home.

NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE JOB

• To take control, accountability and ownership of the management of the kitchen and its daily operations
• Control and direct the food preparation process and other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations with the courage to try something different and deliver innovative, locally inspired food & beverage offerings appropriate to the guest community
• Monitoring and controlling stock levels
• Work within the departmental budget figures, maximising revenue and minimising expenditure
• Produce departmental forecasts as required and communicate figures to the team to aid their understanding of the business and the importance of their contribution to the business success
• To set up control systems to ensure that all goods received into the kitchen are checked against delivery notes and those delivery notes are checked against invoices
• Know all statutory legislation and ensure H&S, food hygiene and Fire Safety compliance
• Operate a clean hygienic kitchen at all times
• Keep up to date with local food trends
• Coach and lead the team in such a manner that our guests receive an exceptional level of service and want to return
• To ensure that training needs are adequately identified and development plans for staff are kept updated
• Ensure that the team is constantly improving their product knowledge to maximize revenue and the service provided

Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will form part of this job description.

WHAT’S IN YOUR DNA

• Love cooking
• Be creative, innovative & love great food
• Always keep cool under pressure
• Show commerciality with a strong passion for driving revenue
• Understand stock-control and keep costs to a minimum
• Be a ‘people person’, social and always love our guests
• Like getting your hands dirty, wherever, whenever, because you will
• Be an excellent communicator and leader
• Available to work when needed
• You must be eligible to work in the EU to be considered for this role

YOUR ROCK STAR EXPERIENCE

• Experience working within the hospitality/service industry in a similar capacity for at least 3 years
• A passion for your city, for travelling and for trending food and drinks concepts
• Knowledge of contemporary interests and the city

OUR EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Birthday holiday in addition to your yearly holiday allocation
• Employee Bounty Program providing opportunities to earn up to £1,000 for new hire referrals with no cap on number of referrals made
• Company contribution towards gym membership fees for all eligible employees
• Ideas Award - Quarterly award to double pay for 1 month to employee with most valuable suggestion/feedback
• Employer funded life assurance at two times base salary to cover death in service lump sum payments
• Employer funded income protection to cover 50% of base salary to cover prolonged absence from work due to incapacity
• 2 free nights’ accommodation across any hostels (subject to availability)
• Reduced room rates for staff as well as friends and family members (we operate in 15 locations across Europe & US so your next holiday is sorted)
• Social events and celebrations calendar
• Various employee recognition schemes
• Online learning tools

Compensation: To be discussed