Overview
Location: St Giles', Oxford,
Salary: Up to £35,000 (Annual.)
HEAD CHEF OPPORTUNITY!!
Here at BaxterStorey We have an exciting opportunity for a Head Chef to work one of Oxford's colleges.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Head Chef to make a name for themselves within the food service industry.
In return we offer support and development to grow within our business alongside a competitive salary
- Salary – £35,000 per annum
- Contract: Full-Time/ Permanent
- Hours 40 per week plus overtime shifts based on weekly rota
- 28 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
- Bespoke training and development
- Pension
- Discounts available from HAPI app, from high street shops to holidays and cinemas
This is a full-time role for a Head Chef with passion for culinary development of fine dining cookery and service.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who can inspire and lead our great team and share their wealth of experience.
WHAT WILL KEEP YOU BUSY:
- Ensure that the location achieves, as a minimum, the financial targets agreed with the client in line with the budget
- Monitor the work of all the staff and carry out appraisals, recognise training needs and potential as appropriate
- Hold team meetings on a regular basis to communicate targets, standards required and company and client information
- Work with your General Manager to prepare budgets; achieve and maintain the food cost in accordance with the budget
- Develop and evolve all client’s services at location, ensuring regular adjustments and improvements are both recommended and implemented
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:
- Thrive on getting the best out of people and maximising commercial opportunities
- Excellent kitchen management skills
- Fresh ideas for hospitality and weekly lunch menus
- Draw satisfaction from managing, training and supporting a team
- Provide a professional catering service, ensuring that company standards are maintained and that Client expectations are met
- Previous experience in a Head Chef role required
- Strong understanding of report writing and financial management.
- Excellent supervisory and communication skills
- Good delegation and influencing skills
- Able to demonstrate your analytical approach to problem solving
- Ability to display a real passion for food and customer service
- Hands on approach and 'Can do' attitude are crucial
Employment Type: permanent, Full-time
