The Ivy Collection isestablishedas an iconic destination for fine dining and impeccable service, The Ivyrepresentselegance, sophistication, and culinary excellence. With a rich history spanning decades, our commitment to exceeding guest expectationsremainsunwavering.
Job Description:
AsHead Chef, you will be at the forefront of our kitchen operations, shaping theculinarydirection of the establishment. Your role involvesleading the kitchen team,maintaininghigh standardsof food quality,monitoringKPIsand ensuringoperationalefficiency.
This is a pivotal leadership position for someone whothrivesin a fast-paced environment and is committed to excellence.
Responsibilities:
* Lead the team through positive and constructive methods.
* Achieving consistent GP results.
* Accurate Labour forecast to ensure that targets are achieved.
* Maintain a high customer satisfaction score.
* Ensure the Prep Team & Goods receiverare following management instructions.
* Precise ordering to ensure full menu availability and minimum wastage.
* Ensureaccuratedaily due diligence.
* Looking after staff wellbeing,working towards highstaff retention.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Train and mentor kitchen staff tomaintainhigh food standards.
* Pioneer a positive work environment and fostering teamwork.
Requirements:
* Previousexperience as aHeadChefor similar role in a busy kitchen environment.
* Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality and creativity.
* Leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Completeunderstanding of EBITDA & GP.
* UnderstandingPnLsto make positive cuts,increasing overall profit.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
* Experience inorganising and leadinga large kitchen team.
Benefits & rewards:
* Competitive Industry pay(based on salary & Tronc).
* Additionally, all managers receive an element of variable tronc.
* Annual Bonusbased on site performance.
* Extra holiday allowancefor length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
* 100% staff discountfor you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
* Celebrate career anniversaries, with agift voucherto dine in our restaurants.
* Career Development and Training, including Apprenticeships.
* You can takeyour Birthdayas a dayoff- Guaranteed!
* Access to discountson 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more.
Join our culinary team asHead Chefto delivering exceptional dining experiences.
About us:Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.
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