Executive Chef

Warner Hotels; Newark and Sherwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% discount for family & friends

Free gym and leisure facilities

60% discount on food onsite

Access to corporate entertainment box

Job summary

Warner Hotels is seeking an Executive Chef for Thoresby Hall in Newark and Sherwood, part of their prestigious group. This role involves overseeing a large team of chefs, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety standards, and fostering a culture of teamwork and development.

The ideal candidate should have a passion for food and service, experience in a branded kitchen, and strong financial management skills. Benefits include discounted stays and access to leisure facilities.

Qualifications

• Must understand the importance of working in a branded environment.
• Experience in managing food stocks and forecasting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Good financial knowledge and cost management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure kitchens meet Health and Safety standards.
• Lead a team of up to 50 chefs.
• Communicate effectively to keep the team organized.
• Create a supportive team culture and challenge low standards.

Skills

Branded menu experience

Order and food stock management

Financial management knowledge

Teamwork encouragement

Adaptability to changing requirements

Education

Degree in culinary arts or related field

Job description

Join our team at Thoresby Hall, part of the Warner Hotels Group. This 221-bedroom hotel features original architecture, a Great Hall with deep armchairs, and overlooks acres of classic parkland.

What will I be doing?

As the Executive Chef you will work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure all kitchens adhere to company Health and Safety standards. You will oversee a team of up to 50 chefs so must have a passion for food, service and above all development. With a brigade this size you will need to be able to communicate across all levels to ensure that the team are organised, planned and that service is smooth and effective.

What are we looking for?

• An Executive Chef who understands the importance of working in a branded environment.
• You will have the ability to create a culture of support and actively encourages teamwork.
• Willingness to challenge if standards aren’t meeting required levels.
• A chef with a passion for great food and service.

What skills do I need?

• Understands the important of working with a branded menu.
• Experience of managing orders, food stocks and forecast against occupancy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and can adapt quickly to changing requirements.
• Good financial knowledge with the ability to manage costs in line with the department’s budget.
• A fantastic opportunity for career development through externally recognised qualifications in addition to in-house training and development (Degree and Apprenticeship level)

Benefits

• 20% discount for you, your family & friends across our Bourne Leisure brands; Warner Leisure Hotels and Haven Holidays (including further discounted breaks within Warner for you, your family, and friends to use)
• Free use of gym and leisure facilities
• Free or 60% discounted food onsite
• Access to numerous discounts and offers with many national brands and retailers.
• Access to the company’s corporate box at the O2 for Music, Comedy, Sport, and Entertainment events.

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