Head Chef - London

Head Chef – London

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.

Bamford Collection is a group of consciously minded brands that are committed to nourishing people and the planet. The collection is made up of three brands; Daylesford Organic, Daylesford Stays and Bamford.

Daylesford Organic provide experiences that embrace luxury escapism: understated elegance, indulgence and nurture. Each property has been thoughtfully designed to convey a sense of its character and individuality while retaining a feeling of warmth and welcome. We are looking for a new Head Chef to come and lead our kitchen team and enhance our offering to our valued customers.

SALARY: 45000 – 50000
HOURS: Full Time 48 Hours

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading the kitchen team
  Oversee and manage all kitchen staff, fostering a positive and efficient working environment. Provide training, support, and leadership to ensure high performance and smooth daily operations.
  
  
• Delivering a consistent product to the spec
  Ensure that every dish leaving the kitchen meets the established standards for taste, presentation, and portion size, maintaining consistency in line with company specifications and customer expectations.
  
  
• Ordering
  Manage the procurement of fresh produce, dry goods, and kitchen supplies by maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and ensuring timely, cost-effective orders based on kitchen needs and forecasts.
  
  
• Stocktaking
  Conduct regular and accurate inventory checks to monitor stock levels, minimize waste, identify discrepancies, and maintain proper stock rotation to support efficient kitchen operations.
  
  
• Rota
  Plan and manage the staff schedule to ensure adequate coverage during peak and off-peak times, balancing the needs of the business with staff availability and working hour regulations.

Bring our purpose to life by driving meaningful social and environmental improvements, contributing to our journey as a B Corp, and aligning with our sustainability vision.
Inspire and empower our customers, suppliers, and partners to live and work more consciously, creating a lasting positive impact on the world.

SKILLS YOU WILL BRING

• Solid Cooking Foundations
  A head chef must possess strong technical skills across various cuisines and techniques, ensuring consistent quality, proper food safety, and professional kitchen practices.
• Leadership
  Effective leadership is crucial for guiding the kitchen team, managing high-pressure situations, resolving conflicts, and maintaining morale and productivity.
• Planning & Organisation
  From scheduling and prep lists to menu planning and inventory control, strong organisational skills help ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Team Development
  A head chef plays a key role in training, mentoring, and developing staff, helping team members grow professionally while strengthening overall kitchen performance.
• Computer Literacy Skills
  Proficiency with digital tools is important for managing orders, stock control, costing, scheduling, and communicating with suppliers or management systems.
• Communication
  Clear and concise communication helps coordinate kitchen operations, ensures team alignment, and fosters a collaborative environment between back and front of house.
• Attention to Detail
  Precision in taste, presentation, and safety practices is essential to consistently deliver high standards and create an excellent dining experience.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining
  experiences from day 1.
  Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a
  charity of their choice.
  Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.
  Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we
  contribute up to 4.5%.
  Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.
  Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.