Executive Chef

Topgolf Limited; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in entertainment seeks a Culinary Manager to provide exceptional dining experiences. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in culinary management, focusing on team development, inventory management, and menu planning. Join a playful environment with benefits including free Topgolf access and mental health support.

Benefits

Free Topgolf access

50% off Food and Drink

Free Mental Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years in culinary management.
• Proven ability to develop a culinary team.
• Fast paced working capability.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the culinary team to ensure quality.
• Manage food and labor costs in line with budget.
• Plan and cost menus for special events.

Skills

Culinary Management

Team Development

Menu Planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

• Supervise the team in providing best-in-class culinary experiences
• Coach and develop the team and drive Associate engagement
• Delegate tasks and work with your team
• Demonstrate Topgolf’s Core Values: Fun, One Team, Excellence, Edgy Spirit and Caring
• Monitor inventory and purchase product
• Maintain food and labor costs according to budget, with a full understanding of COGS
• Select and develop recipes to corporate approval
• Standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality
• Establish presentation technique and maintain quality standards
• Plan and cost menus for special events, chef choice menus
• Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
• Oversee safety and sanitation in the kitchen
• Create action plans to respond to opportunities
• Communicate and effectively partner with upper management, Home Office Leadership and vendors

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 8 years in culinary management
• Proven ability to develop a culinary team
• Bachelor’s degree or related culinary degree preferred
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for the duration of a scheduled shift
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 lb.
• Ability to stoop and bend

What we offer

Free Topgolf and 50% off Food and Drink (for up to 5 friends)

Why Join Us?

We could list all the perks & benefits that are uniquely Topgolf, but we bet you prefer to hear what it's like to work here directly from Playmakers. Have at it - Check out reviews, culture scores, awards, and so much more.

Our Promises to our Playmakers
A PLAYFUL ENVIRONMENT where you can make new friends
A SAFE PLACE where you can BE YOUR FULL SELF every day
CLEAR DIRECTION and tools to do your job
An opportunity TO LEARN & GROW
To LISTEN & ACT when you speak up
We will NEVER STOP IMPROVING

Dealing with some stuff? We offer FREE Mental Health Benefits for everyone.

We believe in the Unlimited Power of Play and work hard to create Moments That Matter for Everyone.

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