Head Chef Kitchen · Holiday Inn Reading-South

Valor Hospitality Partners, LLC; Reading; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team member discounts

Room discounts

Dining discount 50%

Free meals on duty

Shop discounts

Cycle To Work

Refer-a-friend bonus

Job summary

Holiday Inn Reading-South is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and oversee all culinary operations, ensuring high-quality meals for guests. You will manage menus, enforce food safety, and collaborate with chefs and staff to drive excellence.

The role offers a competitive package (£48,000 per annum / £23.07 per hour for a 40-hour week across 5 days) and extensive benefits including staff discounts, health programs, apprenticeships, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Head Chef experience
• Leadership of kitchen team

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
• Collaborate with management to develop cost-effective strategies to optimize kitchen operations
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, including equipment maintenance

Job description

Holiday Inn Reading-South

£48,000 per annum/ £23.07 per hour, 40 hours per day over 5 days

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

As an 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 ourmenus, 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.

In addition to competitive rates of pay, we also offer:

Exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family

• Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just £30 Bed and Breakfast.

• Discounted stays for friends and family.

• 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars.

• Free meals while on duty, keeping you well-fuelled.

• Access to high-street discounts on a range of shops, experiences and more.

• Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme.

• Generous refer-a-friend bonuses, starting at £250.

Caring for your health and wellbeing, both in and outside of work

• A calendar of wellness activities – from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, not forgetting our annual #HealthyHabits campaign.

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice, 24/7, for you and your family, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

• Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just £5 per month.

Supporting your hospitality career growth

• Fully funded apprenticeship programmes.

• Internal development programmes, designed to support you as you grow within your role.

• Monthly and annual team member service awards, making sure your achievements are recognised and celebrated.

Fancy joining our team?

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.