Head Chef-Jobs in Frankreich

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We are seeking an accomplished Senior Head Chef to elevate our hospitality and retail offerings with exceptional skill and creativity. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with our Culinary Director to drive menu development and uphold the highest culinary standards, ensuring that every catering experience, whether for football events, music concerts, or other special occasions, exceeds our guests' expectations. Join us in delivering unparalleled quality and innovation in a dynamic and engaging environment.

1. Lead effective and collaborative communication with all key internal and external stakeholders, including our Michelin-star caliber chef partners.
2. Ensure we never compromise on quality and flavor through exceptional professional standards.
3. Drive sales, manage volumes, and ensure compliance through preferred suppliers and local sourcing where applicable.
4. Deliver client tasting sessions for event planning.
5. Manage people, including permanent and temporary staff across multiple kitchens, providing effective leadership, recruitment, engagement, training, development, and motivation.
6. Ensure compliance with legislative and company HSE procedures and standards.
7. Responsible for Service Level Agreements (SLA).
8. Maintain financial acumen, including understanding and managing P&L statements.
9. Follow HR procedures and processes.
10. Manage rotas and holiday allowances for staff.
11. Understand large-scale catering logistics and operations.

• Ambitious, confident, and resilient.
• A personable leader who enjoys guiding a talented team.
• A passion for fresh ingredients and creating stunning dishes repeatedly.
• Proven experience in high-quality environments, demonstrating style with finesse and flair.
• Ability to keep pace with food trends and translate them into exciting menus.
• A guest-first approach, adaptable to various experiences.
• Commercial awareness with successful cost management.
• A hands-on leadership style.
• Ability to meet or exceed profit margins and targets.
• Commitment to improving and maintaining client and customer satisfaction with food.

Here, you'll have the freedom to excel on your terms, making meaningful contributions aligned with your passions and professional goals. Join us and become part of something larger, where purpose drives your work, and your growth is supported every step of the way.

We’re creators of exceptional experiences and passionate about great food. Just like our experiences, our people are unique. Bring your personality, background, and enthusiasm for delighting others. In return, we’ll provide everything you need to succeed at Sodexo Live! We’re more than a team; we’re a community. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to challenging perceptions of disability and creating opportunities for disabled individuals to achieve their aspirations. We offer a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Sodexo Live! — where exceptional service meets unforgettable experiences!