About the Role
The role of Head Chef is to develop a highly profitable & desirable food offering, building a well-trained team of chefs, who will consistently deliver a high standard of dishes.
The Head Chef will create seasonal menus using local and sustainable produce which will bring to life our restaurant, exciting our guests with fresh and tantalising dishes.
He/she will create a clear and dedicated training and development plan for each member of the kitchen team to allow them to grow within the business. He/she will demonstrate an ability to improve standards and reputation, drive revenue and profit.
Responsibilities
Strategic Business Development
* Have a clear vision of how to create a destination restaurant with a wonderful dining experience, and to be able to execute all aspects of the vision.
* Create a pricing policy which enhances GPs and reflects the excellence of the food but ensures take-up and profitability.
* Have a wide understanding of the hospitality industry and food; keep abreast of trends and new methods, and keep ahead in the industry.
* Collaborate with relevant teams on beverage selection and management to enhance menu choices, drive up-sell and complete the overall experience in the restaurant.
* On occasion will work on other culinary events across the business to deliver exceptional food and strengthen the brand.
Menu Development
* Create menus that reflect the vision of the restaurant, and produce a consistently high-level output; ensure they are in step with local demographic needs and also attract a wider audience to Petworth for a destination restaurant.
* Source local and exceptional ingredients (both in-house and 3rd party), create good working relationships with suppliers and control GPs against target in the kitchen.
People Management
* Staff the kitchen with the people who have the right skills, training and development to become part of a world-class team and support the Restaurant Manager to deliver excellence every day to every customer.
* Scout for local and national talent to bring into the kitchen and enhance the team.
* Keep Food Safety and Hygiene as a core discipline in the kitchen; have proven experience in this area and a real desire to adhere to all legislative requirements.
* Support in managing the daily responsibilities of kitchen team.
* Support in managing the annual food and consumable budget and ensuring this is tracked and spent accordingly.
Experience and Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Education, Experience and Licensing Requirements:
* City & Guilds diplomas in professional cookery.
* BTEC HND in professional cookery and / or a foundation degree in culinary arts.
* Health and safety and food hygiene certificates.
Desired Qualifications / Skills:
* Efficient time management and organisational skills, and the ability to multitask.
* Attention to detail.
* Proven ability to manage budgets.
* Professional and proactive work ethic.
* High competence in project and stakeholder management.
* Understanding of luxury market.
* Strong B2C experience, especially working in complex markets and being able to simplify.
* Excellent understanding of using audience understanding and data to shape, influence, amend and optimise plans.
* Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Core Competencies
* Accountability: Demonstrates and communicates a high level of ownership and commitment to achieving results.
* Communication: Listens, speaks and writes clearly and concisely; provides useful and timely information to people.
* Client Service Orientation: Establishes mutual expectations with clients to ensure satisfaction.
* Planning: Uses effective methods to determine priorities, set goals and create plans.
* Problem Solving: Takes a systematic approach to solving problems.
* Technical Savvy: Shows an understanding of relevant technical products, programs, and their application.
Key Relationships
Internal: CEO, Finance, General Manager, Marketing Team, HR Team, and location Managers.
Direct Reports: All kitchen staff.
External: Local Suppliers, Local EHO, Guests.
Key Performance Indicators
Short Term – 6+ Months
* Seasonal menu created, approved, implemented and executed in a timely manner.
* A system for Food Safety, auditable by EHO and maintaining a level 5 outcome, is maintained and improved where necessary.
* All collateral and strategies are consistent with the company brand and vision.
* Communication is strong and effective.
Long Term 12+ Months
* Key partnerships are developed to grow business, sales and profitability.
* Constant awareness of the businesses online review standings.
* Conversion rates continue to grow (on all initiatives).
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Staff discounts at all group outlets
* Complimentary meal (for shifts of 7 hours or more)
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Free admission to Gallery exhibitions for employees
* Discounted membership to Newlands House Gallery
* Holiday entitlement of 28 days per annum including Bank Holidays (for full time roles)
* Learning and development opportunities
* Accommodation may be available on request
Location: Petworth, West Sussex
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive salary
Employer: E Street Bar and Grill
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