Chef de Cuisine

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000

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Chef de Cuisine - Hazel Restaurant at AC Hotel by Marriott

Are you an experienced and passionate chef ready to lead a dynamic kitchen team? Hazel Restaurant at AC Hotel by Marriott is looking for a talented Chef de Cuisine to take charge of our culinary operations. This role offers the opportunity to bring your creativity, leadership, and expertise to a high-quality dining experience. You’ll work closely with the Executive Head Chef to drive excellence, inspire the team, and ensure the smooth running of the kitchen.

About Hazel

Inspired by the hazel branch in the original City of Glasgow crest, and the calm feeling of dappled light streaming through tree branches, Hazel brings an escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Hazel is the perfect choice for an experience before, during, or after a day of shopping, sightseeing, or working in Glasgow City Centre. Hazel is where people take a moment to appreciate a quiet morning coffee, enjoy a catch-up with friends over lunch, or savour a well-deserved dinner and cocktail. Our welcoming, knowledgeable team always looks forward to creating a relaxing and enriching experience for our customers, time and time again.

Why Join Hazel?

• Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family with Marriott Bonvoy.
• Service charges each month
• Extra days holiday for your birthday.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Pension.
• Discounted Gym Membership.
• Discounts for Supermarkets, High Street Retailers, and Cinema Tickets.
• Team Social Events.
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to counselling support.
• Future opportunities to develop within Hazel through internal development and progression.
• Subsidised parking in nearby car park.
• Free meals on duty, saving you over £1000 per year.

A Day in the Life at Hazel as Chef de Cuisine

Reporting to the Executive Head Chef, you will be the second-in-command in the kitchen, playing a crucial leadership role inwing duties:

• Oversee the daily kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Act as a right-hand to the Executive Head Chef, supporting strategic planning, kitchen organisation, and menu innovation.
• Lead, inspire, and develop the kitchen team, setting high standards and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Take ownership of team management, including scheduling, training, and mentoring junior chefs to enhance their skills and career progression.
• Uphold and enforce outstanding food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards, ensuring full compliance with regulations.
• Manage stock levels, assist with control food costs, and implement efficient ordering processes to minimise waste and maximise profitability.
• Ensure seamless communication and collaboration with the front-of-house team to deliver a smooth and outstanding dining experience.
• Take charge in the absence of the Executive Head Chef, making key decisions and ensuring the continued success of kitchen operations.

What We Need from You!

To succeed in the role of Chef de Cuisine, you will need the following qualities and skills:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine in a high-quality kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Excellent culinary knowledge and a passion for delivering high-quality dishes.
• A thorough understanding of stock control, food cost management, and kitchen operations.
• A positive, can-do attitude with strong problem-solving skills.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A commitment to maintaining high food hygiene and safety standards
• Flexibility to oversee all kitchen sections as required.

Join the Family

At RBH, we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability, and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated in the Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality. We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey.

RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact us.

From £36,000 to £40,000 per annum (based on experience).