Head Chef

London Bridge Hotel; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Head Chef at a stunning four-star boutique hotel in the heart of London. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a talented kitchen team, ensuring exceptional food quality and service while managing daily operations. You will be responsible for menu planning, staff training, and maintaining high standards of food safety and cleanliness. With a prime location next to iconic landmarks, this position not only promises a fulfilling culinary career but also a chance to make a significant impact in a renowned establishment. Enjoy perks like gym access, meal benefits, and discounts, making this role even more attractive!

Benefits

Free access to hotel gym

50% staff discounts on F&B outlets

Discounted hotel stays for friends and family

Regular and ongoing training

Annual inflationary pay increases

Free meals while on duty

Free laundry and dry cleaning of uniforms

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure food quality standards.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships.

Skills

Culinary Management

Food Safety Standards

Stock Control

Menu Planning

Team Leadership

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Food Safety Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Inventory Management Software

Job description

London Bridge Hotel is currently looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Head Chef to join our management team. London Bridge Hotel is a beautiful and unique, four-star boutique property based in the heart of London. Its prime position next to The Shard, London Bridge station, Borough Market and the Square Mile makes it convenient for city guests and business travellers alike.

Why work as a Head Chef for us at London Bridge Hotel?

• Free access to the hotel gym
• 50% staff discounts on F&B outlets and discounted hotel stays for friends and family
• Regular and ongoing training
• Annual inflationary pay increases
• Free meals while on duty
• Free laundry and dry cleaning of uniforms
• You’ll be treated as an important and valued member of our hotel team

As a Head Chef at London Bridge Hotel, you will:

• Oversee day to day operation of the Kitchen working both AM & PM shifts
• Ensure the consistent smooth running of food production areas within the Kitchen, improve and make necessary adjustments
• Ensure effective control of stock purchasing, receipt, storage, preparation and service with regard to quality, quantity and safety.
• Ensure, that all food production areas are operating to the required standards throughout the designated opening hours.
• Maintain a high level of food quality and production with the aim of exceeding our guest’s expectations.
• Ensure that the food operations are controlled in a manner which reaches the desired cost of sales and maximising potential and optimising resources.
• Ensure the security of all foods, chemicals and equipment by maintaining procedures laid down by the Health and Safety Policy.
• Ensure that at all times cleanliness, food safety and all other Health and Safety matters are adhered to so as not to breach any legislative points within the Food Safety Act 1990 or the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Recruit, train, motivate appraise and supervise all kitchen roles
• Place orders with suppliers, contact new suppliers and search for best prices
• Complete the weekly staff rota including water duties for the floors & C&B
• Head the menu planning together with creating new dishes
• Investigate and respond to any guest’s complaints
• Ensure all Training & Development is completed together with health & safety regulations
• Assist with payroll by completing weekly timesheets, deal with any kitchen staff issues accordingly
• Adhere to all deadlines related to the kitchen e.g. stock taking, weekly timesheets, menu change, H&S inspection requirements
• Work closely with the F&B Manager and Supervisors
• Undertake all other duties as and when directed by the General Manager