Job Title: Head Chef
Location : Stanmore
Salary: Up to A GBP 50,000 (Depending on Experience) + Elysian Benefit Package
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent role.
About us:
Elysian Residences is a UK business, specialising in the development and operation of luxury retirement communities.
At Elysian, we offer a premium service and care provision that, until recently, could only be found in countries such as the USA, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
About the role:
Elysian Residences, renowned for its commitment to creating exceptional living environment.
We are actively seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to spearhead the culinary team at The Landsby. If you possess a genuine zeal for delivering unparalleled food quality while meticulously managing costs and ensuring profitability then this maybe the opportunity for you.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Efficiently manage high volumes of work, ensuring the delivery of a culinary experience that reflects Elysians commitment to excellence.
* Uphold Elysians standards for safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices, ensuring a pristine and hygienic kitchen environment.
* Source and manage the ordering of all fresh products and dry storage items required by the kitchen, adhering to Elysians commitment to quality.
* Responsible for the effective utilisation of ingredients taking into account the number of residents per service to reduce cost and drive efficiencies
* Drive the development of menus, adapting regularly to reflect culinary trends and Elysians dedication to exceeding expectations.
* Communicate efficiently with both staff and residents, embodying the warmth and hospitality that defines the Elysian experience.
* Plan for special events and holiday functions, ensuring a memorable and delightful culinary experience for residents.
* Maintain proper food holding temperatures, and ensure accurate records are kept
* Conduct month:end food inventory
* Recruit, train and drive performance of kitchen team, managing any team issues, ensure the continual development of skills in the team, performance manage team members when required providing corrective solutions.
* Work closely with the Human Resources Manager on performance appraisals, coaching, counselling, discipline, and grievance.
* Follow company operating standards diligently, ensuring the culinary team operates at the pinnacle of excellence.
* Meet weekly with the General Manager to update on department performance and set goals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
* Contribute and support decision:making processes related to emergency procedures, usage and care of food service equipment, and enforcing health and safety standards, reflecting Elysians commitment to resident well:being.
About you:
* Proven experience in a similar managerial role within the culinary field. Hotel, hospitality, and leisure experience are desirable.
* Strong leadership and management skills, and a commitment to cultivating a positive working environment.
* Relevant qualifications in food and beverage management
* Be and innovator keeping up with the latest industry trends and menu development
* Creative with a natural flair for thinking outside the box
* Knowing how to recognize and respond to an aquatic emergency.
Benefits:
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Health Care cash plan
* Death in:service two:time salary
* Access to 100s of discounted daily purchases via Bright Ex:change
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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, Catering Manager, Experienced Chef, Qualified Chef, Head Cook, Senior Chef, Executive Chef, Senior Cook, Experienced Cook may also be considered