Head Chef

Valor Hospitality Careers - UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Holiday Inn Reading-South seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations and deliver high-quality meals to guests. You will supervise chefs and staff, manage menus, and ensure food safety and guest satisfaction in a busy hotel setting.

Join Valor Hospitality Careers - UK to drive team development and kitchen performance. The role emphasizes leadership, cost control, and a commitment to excellence in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, including food production, preparation, and presentation
• Manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and organizing ingredients and supplies
• Train, supervise, and mentor kitchen staff, providing guidance and support to promote professional development
• Collaborate with the management team to develop and implement cost-effective strategies to optimize kitchen operations
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, including equipment maintenance and cleanliness

Job description

48,000 per annum, 40 hours per week over 5 days

Holiday Inn Reading-South

48,000 per annum, 40 hours per week over 5 days

We are seeking an experienced and talented Head Chef to lead our team.

As a Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our culinary operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality meals to our guests. You will work closely with your team of chefs and kitchen staff to oversee the delivery of our menus, adhere to food safety standards, and maintain the highest level of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to;

• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, including food production, preparation, and presentation
• Manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and organizing ingredients and supplies
• Train, supervise, and mentor kitchen staff, providing guidance and support to promote professional development
• Collaborate with the management team to develop and implement cost-effective strategies to optimize kitchen operations
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, including equipment maintenance and cleanliness

With an unwavering commitment to your craft, you'll collaborate closely with your kitchen team to deliver an unforgettable dining experience, leaving our guests yearning for more.

You will play a key role in the development of your team and the succession planning of the department.

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Fancy Joining Our Team?

We're an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. At Valor Hospitality, we actively welcome applications from candidates of all diverse backgrounds.

Every application is carefully reviewed against the relevant skills and experience for the role, and we'll be in touch if you're a good match and have been selected for interview.

If you need any support at any stage of the recruitment process, or reasonable adjustments to help you do your best, please email our team at [e-mail].

Please note that employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK.