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The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited
Demi Chef de Partie - The Lobby Restaurant
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited
Head Chef
Job summary
A prestigious French restaurant in the heart of London seeks a skilled Head Chef. The ideal candidate will have a passion for French culinary arts, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record in award-winning establishments. This role offers a competitive salary and enticing benefits like autonomy over menus and holiday closures.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Proven history in award-winning restaurants or luxury hotels.
- Classically trained in French cuisine.
- Minimum 12 months in a head chef role at a reputable establishment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee menu creation and kitchen operations.
- Maintain high culinary standards and food quality.
- Lead and manage kitchen staff effectively.
Skills
Our client is an exquisite French fine dining restaurant nestled in the heart of Mayfair. Renowned for its celebration of French culinary excellence, the menu features a harmonious blend of timeless classics and innovative modern creations—each dish crafted with exceptional quality, vibrant flavours, and elegant presentation.
You’ll be supported by visionary and driven owners who are committed to providing everything needed to ensure the continued success and growth of this remarkable establishment.
- A Fantastic salary package of £80,000 to £85,000
- Closed bank holidays, 2 weeks in August, Christmas, and New Year!
- Full autonomy of the menus.
- Refer a friend schemes.
- Pension scheme.
- Earliest start: 10am / Latest finish: 11:30pm
- A brand new, fully refurbished kitchen.
- Uniform and staff meals provided on duty.
- A creative head chef with a proven employment history working in award-winning restaurants, luxury hotels, and private members' clubs.
- The ideal head chef should be classically trained in French cuisine, highly creative, and an excellent team leader.
- They are looking for a head chef who has held the same position for at least 12 months in a reputable establishment.
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