At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate kitchen team to create outstanding British cuisine and manage large events.
- Company: A prestigious Country Club undergoing exciting changes and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, opportunity for creativity, and a chance to shape the culinary experience.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and excellence in the culinary world.
- Why this job: Be a key player in transforming a beloved venue and elevating dining standards.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
As the Head Chef, you will be the driving force behind the kitchen, hands on leading a small brigade of fulltime team of three chefs delivering a daily food service to the membership plus conference and banqueting operation. You will run banqueting to a high level: dinners of 200+ and events of up to 500. We're looking for a quality Head Chef who is not only creative and passionate about delivering outstanding British cuisine but also a strong leader who thrives on change and improvement. You'll bring energy, vision, and the ability to elevate standards across all catering services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily kitchen operations
- Lead, inspire and manage a team
- Maintain a strong cost control meeting KPIs in food and staff cost.
- Drive innovation, food trends and seasonal menu development good knowledge of innovations in British food market.
- Maintain strict compliance with food safety and health standards
- Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate closely with client and contract management teams planning banqueting and conference menus
Ideal Head Chef profile:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef within conference and banqueting
- Hands-on leader with excellent communication and organisational skills
- Creative, forward-thinking, and passionate about food trends
- Confident managing budgets, stock, suppliers, and compliance
This long-established Country Club style operation is currently going through a radical change programme and is looking to double their business over the next two years. They are currently looking for Head Chef to play a major part in planning and delivering to their vision. This role will suit a Senior Sous or established Head Chef that will bring innovation, attention to detail and the ability to run a small close-knit team.
Head Chef employer: Athena Resourcing Solutions
As a Head Chef at our prestigious Country Club in Bromley, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional British cuisine while enjoying a supportive work culture that values creativity and innovation. With competitive salary packages and opportunities for professional growth, you will play a pivotal role in transforming our culinary offerings and enhancing the overall member experience. Join us in this exciting phase of expansion and make your mark in a vibrant kitchen environment that fosters collaboration and excellence.
Contact Details:
Athena Resourcing Solutions Recruitment Team
