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Exec Head Chef

The Cavalry Global

City of Edinburgh

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 50,000

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a talented Head Chef in the heart of Edinburgh! Join a dynamic hotel with a dedicated kitchen brigade, where you will lead from the front and ensure exceptional culinary standards across multiple outlets. This role offers the chance to work in a stimulating environment, manage a passionate team, and make a significant impact on the hotel's culinary reputation. With a competitive salary package and the possibility of sponsorship, this position is perfect for those looking to elevate their career in the hospitality industry. If you're ready for a new challenge, don't miss out on this chance to shine!

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Sponsorship License

Opportunity for career growth

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

  • Significant experience in hotel catering and leading kitchen teams.
  • Proven track record of managing food safety and costs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the kitchen brigade ensuring high standards.
  • Control food costs and maintain profit margins effectively.
  • Recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff.

Skills

Hotel catering experience

Leadership in kitchen brigade

Food Safety Standards

Cost control

Recruiting and training staff

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Kitchen management software

Food safety management tools

Job description

Are you a talented and experienced Head Chef looking for a new challenge? We have an incredible opportunity in the heart of Edinburgh that you won't want to miss!

About Us

Situated in the bustling centre of Edinburgh, our esteemed hotel boasts a kitchen brigade of 10 dedicated professionals. With multiple food outlets, including a bar, restaurant, and conference & banqueting facilities that account for around 50% of our food sales, we're a dynamic and thriving establishment.

The Role

We are in search of a Head Chef who:

  1. Has experience in leading a similar-sized kitchen brigade
  2. Is hands-on and loves to lead from the front
  3. Has a proven track record in hotel catering
  4. Will be responsible for recruiting, training and managing our Kitchen Brigade ensuring exceptional standards across all outlets
  5. Will be responsible for Food Safety Standards
  6. Will liaise with purchasing companies for food orders and bring onboard local suppliers
  7. Will control food costs and profit margins in line with company objectives
  8. Will control payroll to sales KPI in line with company objectives

Requirements

  1. Must have significant hotel experience
  2. Must be willing to relocate to Scotland or already be based there
  3. Must be eligible for the Skilled Worker Visa

What's on Offer

  1. Competitive salary package up to £42,000 plus tronc
  2. Opportunity to work in a stimulating environment
  3. Sponsorship License: our client is willing to sponsor the right individual

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you. To find out more about this exciting opportunity and apply today.

Unlock your potential and take your career to new heights with this exceptional opportunity in Edinburgh. Don't miss out; apply today!

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