Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Head Chef from a luxury 4/5 Star Hotel background for a luxury senior living community committed to providing the highest standards of care, comfort, and dining experiences for their discerning residents and their families.

This luxury 5-star venue delivers exceptional service, and its dining program is at the heart of its commitment to excellence. We are seeking a talented and passionate Head Chef to lead a culinary team, offering fresh seasonal dishes with a real emphasis on nutritional balance.

You’ll be wondering what’s in it for you as the Head Chef…

Salary up to £50,000 per annum
Working 40 hours per week over 5 days.
Exciting Opportunity to be a part of a dynamic team in an exciting new chapter for this company, where you can make a significant impact on residents' lives.
Creative Freedom: Showcase your culinary expertise by designing innovative menus and crafting memorable dining experiences.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about delivering top-notch service and care to the residents.
Career Growth: Opportunity for career advancement within a growing and reputable organization.
Beautiful Setting: Our community is set in a stunning location, providing a picturesque backdrop for your culinary creations.

Responsibilities as the Head Chef…

Leading, mentoring, and inspiring a team of talented chefs and kitchen staff to maintain the highest standards of food preparation and presentation.
Collaborating with the culinary team to design and create innovative menus that cater to a variety of tastes and dietary restrictions while emphasizing fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Getting to know each resident personally, understanding their preferences, dietary requirements, and favourite dishes.
Overseeing the sourcing of fresh ingredients daily and ensuring the highest quality and standards in food procurement.
Maintain kitchen hygiene, safety, and sanitation practices to the highest standards.
Manage kitchen budgets, control costs, and optimize kitchen operations for efficiency and effectiveness.
Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and industry standards.

Requirements as the Head Chef…

Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-end restaurant or luxury senior living community.
A passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients, and nutritional balance.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a culinary team.
Strong menu development and culinary creativity.
Understanding of dietary restrictions and the ability to accommodate individual preferences.
Knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation practices.
Strong organizational and budget management skills.
Relevant culinary qualifications and certifications.

This Head Chef role is a unique opportunity to be a part of an exciting new chapter in senior living. We are looking for a creative and dedicated Head Chef to take charge of the kitchen and deliver exquisite dining experiences, crafting culinary delights, providing personalised dining experiences, and working in a collaborative environment.

We appreciate that your CV may not be up to date. No problem, send me what you have to oliverholland@goldenkeys.co.uk or look me up on LinkedIn and send me a message there!

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