Head Chef

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead kitchen operations. This role involves ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards while managing a dynamic team. With a focus on guest experience, you will have the opportunity to innovate menu designs and contribute to the hotel's reputation. The company offers extensive training, flexible working options, and a supportive environment for personal growth. If you are driven by culinary excellence and team leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Industry leading training

Hotel discounts

Wagestream access

Employee assistance programme

Flexible working opportunities

Company sick pay

Minimum of 30 days holiday

Access to hotel gym facilities

Qualifications

• Strong culinary skills and expertise in menu planning and food preparation.
• Excellent leadership and management skills to motivate kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations ensuring quality and presentation.
• Train staff on allergen awareness and maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Knowledge

Menu Planning

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Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Wagestream – Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Flexible working opportunities
• Company sick pay - Giving you piece of mind when you need it the most
• Minimum of 30 days holiday
• Starting salary above national minimum wage
• Access to hotel gym facilities

A day in the life of…

As the inspiring Head Chef it will be your responsibility to oversee all kitchen operations with emphasis on quality and presentation and maximising every opportunity to ensure profit and cost margins are met and consistently kept in line with budget.

You will need to ensure that all food is prepared to the highest standard and in compliance with health and safety regulations and your knowledge of allergens will be crucial, as you will also be responsible for training and educating your staff on allergen awareness.

Additionally, you will be managing and motivating a team of chefs and kitchen staff while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. You’ll be a key figurehead for the business that plays an essential role in maintaining the hotel's reputation and ensuring the safety and satisfaction of guests.

What do we need from you?

• Strong culinary skills and knowledge, including expertise in menu planning, recipe creation, and food preparation and presentation.
• Strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to Recruit, manage and motivate a team of kitchen staff to work together effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with other hotel departments and external stakeholders, and to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations and guidelines, and the ability to always maintain strict standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
• The ability to adapt to changing customer preferences and dietary requirements, and to be creative and innovative in menu design and food presentation.

Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’

So, click apply today, we’d love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitality

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