Chef jobs in United Kingdom

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Our client requires an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine with the highest standards for operations, our guests, the development of teams and financial achievement. The overall purpose of the position is to deliver all company objectives with respect to restaurant revenue, profit, all things people training and development and guest service goals by planning, leading and directing the operation of the restaurant as the #1 in command.

Our Chefs are leaders dedicated to exceeding customer expectations and taking initiative in all aspects of culinary restaurant operations. With a passion for motivating and empowering their teams, they ensure exceptional guest experiences while upholding the organization’s values and goals. They foster an environment of creativity and collaboration, where kitchen partners can grow, learn, and reach their full potential. By driving sales and profit, our Chefs inspire their teams to deliver top-quality food, creating memorable experiences for every guest.

• Able to drive sales and profit while ensuring food quality excellence, strong operational standards and delivering service excellence
• Committed to professionalism and building on your craft through continued culinary acumen
• An expert communicator who is able to build relationships with fellow partners through confidence, a positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• An entrepreneur who will strengthen the brand by challenging the status quo and inspiring the future generation of leaders within the organization
• Food Safe certified and hold a valid Occupational First Aid Certificate

• Hold ourselves to the highest standard as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a Great Place to Work Canada, and one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures
• Ensure hospitality excellence is at the heart of our employee experience through specialized training and empowerment
• Create opportunity to achieve professional goals with our continued expansion in Canada and the US
• Provide an unbeatable business education to help advance your career, through carefully crafted training + development programs
• Support your well-being with a company-provided benefits package, wellness spending account, vacation program, a Cactus dining card, and an annual education allowance
• Provide a comprehensive compensation package between $85,000 - $120,000 that takes various factors into consideration, including market rates, experience and qualifications