Head Chef

Millennium Hotels UK / EU - Careers; Slough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Slough is seeking a Head Chef to ensure maximum guest satisfaction through effective food production management. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in the hospitality industry, a passion for food, and exceptional leadership qualities. The role includes managing kitchen operations, developing menus, and complying with health standards. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Group Personal Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Meals Provided on Duty

Employee Discounted Accommodation

Employee Discount on Food & Beverage

Friends and Family Accommodation Rate

Length of Service related holiday scheme

Uniform provided

Long Service Awards

Employee of the Month/Year

Recommend a Friend Scheme

Car Parking

Opportunities for promotion

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Head Chef experience in the Hospitality field.
• Experience in handling complex dietary requirements including allergies and intolerances.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and train kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage all production functions of the kitchen and kitchen staff.
• Motivate and develop culinary staff to meet food preparation standards.
• Involved in menu development and calculating food costs.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Food Safety requirements.

Skills

Food mass production experience

Passion for food

Knowledge of food hygiene

Team leadership

Results driven

Job description

The Copthorne Hotel Slough-Windsor is looking for a Head Chef who will be responsible for ensuring maximum guest satisfaction by planning, organising, directing and controlling food production for the Retrouve and Bombay Pavilion. Ideal candidate must have minimum 3 years of Head Chef experience in the Hospitality field.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all production functions of the kitchen and the kitchen staff.
• Motivate, develop and train supervisors and culinary staff to meet and exceed established food preparation standards.
• Exhibit exceptional leadership by providing a positive work environment, counselling employees as appropriate and demonstrating a dedicated and professional approach to management.
• Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
• Ensure the correct procedures are followed while maintaining high standards at all times.
• Actively involved in menu development and calculates food costs for all menu items.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and Food Safety requirement.

Essential Skills Required

• Has experience and understanding of food mass production.
• Passionate about food, with a charismatic, vibrant & high energy approach.
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene & handling complex dietary requirements including allergies and intolerances.
• Experience in leading, motivating and inspiring a team.
• Performance, achievement and results driven.

About the Hotel

The Copthorne Hotel Slough-Windsor is ideally situated, close to historical Windsor and the prestigious Slough Trading Estate. The hotel offers 219 comfortable guest rooms, 24‑hour concierge service, impeccable customer service and modern amenities, as well as an indoor swimming pool and sauna.

About the Group

Millennium Hotels and Resorts owns and operates a portfolio of over 120 hotels worldwide. In Europe, our 24 hotels provide the perfect gateway to explore landmark locations, with many iconic attractions and business hubs close by. Properties under the group are placed into three collections; Leng’s Collection, Millennium Collection and Copthorne Collection. Each collection has its own distinct personality, character and clearly defined hotel brands within it; tailored to suit different types of guests.

For You

Benefits Package

• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Meals Provided on Duty
• Employee Discounted Accommodation
• Employee Discount on Food & Beverage and Hotel Restaurant
• Friends and Family, (discounted) Accommodation Rate
• Length of Service related holiday scheme
• Uniform (Laundry / Dry Cleaning for Uniform)
• Long Service Awards
• Employee of the Month / Year
• Recommend a Friend Scheme
• Car Parking
• As well as real opportunities to develop and gain promotion within the industry.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

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