Head Chef - Elvis Evolution

Levy Restaurants UK; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in immersive entertainment is searching for a Head Chef to create exceptional culinary experiences at ELVIS EVOLUTION in London. This full-time position involves managing kitchen operations and leading a team to deliver high-quality food consistent with the brand's high standards. The role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that values its employees and encourages initiative and creativity.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits including dental and optical

Free annual healthcare check

Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site

Pension scheme and Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Ongoing training & development

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Head Chef role is required.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage budgets.
• Passionate about food and strive for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients.
• Oversee kitchen hygiene and stock control.
• Manage budgets and ensure compliance with health and safety.

Skills

Communication

Team Management

Time Management

Food Safety Knowledge

Creativity

Job description

Head Chef - Elvis Evolution

• £45,000 annual salary

ELVIS EVOLUTION is a brand new, first of its kind experience from Layered Reality, the UK's leading immersive specialists, celebrating the life and work of Elvis Presley.

Combining cutting-edge digital technology, live actors and musicians, mind-blowing multimedia and heart-pounding music, ELVIS EVOLUTION lets guests relive the King's iconic moments.

Taking place at Immerse LDN at London Excel Waterfront, this is a high-energy, high-tech homage that promises to be an unforgettable night, where guests will walk in Elvis' blue suede shoes. Layered Reality is a pioneer in immersive entertainment, blending captivating storytelling, cutting-edge technology, and exceptional customer service. Their unique approach combines live theatre, digital technology, and physical sensations (sight, sound, smell, touch, and movement) to craft unforgettable immersive experiences.

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Levy on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating an outstanding culinary experience. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Benefits:

• Medicash - Healthcare benefits, including dental, optical and therapy treatments (includes up to 4 dependent children)
• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 23 days + BH's and additional day off for your birthday
• 2 days additional leave, following return from Maternity leave during first year back
• Competitive and supportive family benefits
• Day off for baby's first birthday
• Holiday purchase scheme
• On-going training & development and career pathways

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food service
• Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported
• Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Ordering food, looking after stock control and controlling food waste
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Head Chef will:

• Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive
• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have experience in a similar Head Chef role
• Strive for excellence in an enthusiastic and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
• Have a safety-first mind set
• Passionate about food

Job Reference: com/1205/98759002/52738119/SU #Levy UK