Head Chef

21c Museum Hotels; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead its kitchens in Southampton. This role involves inspiring your team, maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation, and ensuring customer satisfaction. You will manage kitchen operations, develop your team, and create a vibrant culinary environment. The position offers exclusive benefits, including discounted hotel stays and a dynamic work atmosphere. If you are energetic and adaptable, and have a passion for Modern British cuisine, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Discounted hotel stays

30% off Food and Beverages

High street discounts

Free on-site parking

Free uniform

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experienced Head Chef with strong food delivery knowledge.
• Recognized management skills and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team to maintain high food standards.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen Management

Food Presentation

Customer Service

Modern British Cuisine

Education

Head Chef Qualification

5-10 years of professional experience

Tools

Windows

PMS

Job description

Company Description

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and promote diverse talent.

Job Description

Do you live and breathe kitchen energy and create an environment full of innovation for others?

Are you passionate about delivering great food for guests?

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Head Chef to oversee both the Novotel and ibis here in Southampton. You will lead the creation of kitchens to be proud of, inspiring your team and ensuring all food leaving the kitchens is of the highest standard. Managing all kitchen areas, you will be an integral part of our combined Hotels in Southampton.

Main Responsibilities:

• Train and inspire your team to deliver food they can be proud of.
• Maintain high standards of quality, presentation, and hygiene.
• Be energetic, adaptable, and passionate about Modern British cuisine.
• Exhibit strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Minimize wastage and encourage creative thinking.
• Ensure good kitchen planning to enable a trouble-free service and customer satisfaction.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead with enthusiasm, maintaining a passion for food standards and customer service.
• Cook freshly prepared food with attention to detail and presentation.
• Lead, coach, and develop your team effectively.
• Manage budgets and control costs.
• Prepare staff rotas ensuring adequate coverage for each shift.
• Order foods appropriately to meet daily menu demands.
• Conduct stock takes in accordance with company standards.
• Comply with company and legal requirements regarding fire, safety, and hygiene.
• Maintain a professional appearance and punctuality, ensuring high personal hygiene standards.
• Work well under pressure, remaining calm at all times.

Working Hours

• As per business needs, including mornings, evenings, late nights, and weekends.

Benefits

• Discounted hotel stays and 30% off Food and Beverages (subject to outlets)
• High street discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Free uniform
• Company pension

Qualifications

• Qualified Head Chef
• 5 to 10 years' professional experience in diverse contexts with strong food delivery knowledge
• Recognized management skills
• Computer literate (Windows, PMS, and new technologies)
• Fluent in English

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and promote diverse talent.