Role:

Head ChefLocation:

LondonSalary / Rate of pay:

£55,000 to £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with one of London''s most iconic central London hotels, and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Head Chef to join their team.What''s in it for you?Competitive salaryUp to 33 days paid holidays per annumDiscretionary management bonus schemeFree uniform cleaningFree nutritious and tasty meals, on dutyHealth and Wellbeing Cash PlanDiscount program at hotels, worldwideCycle to Work SchemeLife Assurance SchemeFree gym accessPension schemeOpportunities for Internal career progressionInterest-free season ticket loanTraining and development opportunitiesLong service awardsSocial eventsPackage£55,000 to £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)Why choose our Client?Our client is a contemporary yet historic 4 Star hotel in Central London, just a short walk from Covent Garden station and the Thames. The hotel has been refurbished to a modern and contemporary style, yet has a rich heritage dating back to the early 20th Century.The hotel has a bustling all-day dining restaurant, with a strong focus on quality British cuisine with international flair, and a popular afternoon tea trade. Breakfast is the busiest time of the day here, catering for up to 800 covers whilst lunch and dinner are not as busy. Afternoon teas are also a big hit here, particularly at weekends.Please note that staff live in accommodation is

not

available with this role, therefore Head Chef''s should only apply if they are able to commute to central London on a daily basis.What''s involved?As the Head Chef of this 4-star hotel, you will lead and manage a team of 17 chefs, ensuring all food is cooked, prepared, and presented to company standards.Reporting into the Director of FandB, you will have full autonomy over creating high-quality menus and the day-to-day running of the kitchen, including rota''s, offering continued training and development of your team, as well as the hiring of new staff.You will create recipes and allergen information for all dishes ahead of them going ''live'' on the menu, assist in the development of the hotel''s catering offering, budgets, and goals, build and maintain long-lasting relationships with key suppliers to ensure the purchasing of produce and equipment remains within budget. You will also be responsible for ordering stock, ensuring deliveries are checked thoroughly, maintaining records and due diligence, and ensuring the kitchen''s GP target is met through food costs, wastage, and portion control.The ideal candidate will be an approachable and organised individual with a hotel background, as well as proven experience in managing a kitchen team.Please note that staff live in accommodation is

not

available with this role, therefore, Head Chef''s should only apply if they are able to commute to central London on a daily basis.Sound like the role for you?

Then we would love to hear from you!Click Apply Now and one of the team will in touch to discuss this Executive Chef role in London.Don''t forget to speak to your consultant about our "Recommend a Friend" referral scheme and find out how you could earn up to £250 per recommendation.

Consultant:

Tania VarleyJob Number: 933794 / INDCHEFSJob Role: Head ChefLocation:

LondonPlatinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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