Executive Chef - EDI, LGW & New Business Openings in England

Please note this role is supporting our Edinburgh and London Gatwick Lounges, therefore candidates are required to currently reside in either of these locations.

JOB SCOPE: Lead Culinary strategy and operations for Gatwick - Edinburgh Airport and ensure they are aligned with the Company’s overall mission, vision and values. Oversee the Culinary operations; develop and set Operation’s standards and procedures aligned with ISO 22000, OHSAS 18000 and 5S to ensure consistent and efficient delivery of standards – Food Quality, Food Safety and Commercially. To efficiently use the available data and derive strategy to achieve highest operational efficiency and desired guest experience meeting the requirements of Airport authorities and PPG.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and coach the Culinary team with Standard Recipes, Cooking Methods and Ingredients for Regular Menus, promotions and Festivals.
• Develop systems and procedures in Culinary for effortless implementation of recipes consistently, adhering to food safety norms.
• Strategize Production planning & Display as per revenue and sales trends, upgrading Menus & concepts time to time.
• Ensure the menu matrix is sound for the cyclic menu and provisions for wellness and special diets.
• Analyse Consumption trends & Popularity Analysis Reports, evaluating their economic and logistic impact on Operations.
• Guide SCM team and work closely to maximize Cost benefits & upgrading Brands of raw materials considering costs at all time.
• Review and improve procedures in conjunction with Purchase head for operational and commercial efficiency.
• Work closely with HR team and hire the most suitable resources available for culinary team.
• Identify and groom High performers and award them with suitable tasks.
• Strive for certifications with Ops and QA team– ISO 22000, OHSAS 18001, 5S, HALAL.
• Plan, design and execute as per new project requirements liaising with internal and external departments.
• Work closely with F & B management and team members to assure that food production consistently meets the highest standard of guests dining experience.
• Embrace technology and implement it in Culinary Operations.
• Assist in the development of collateral for Marketing purposes and assist in the overall Marketing Strategy with regard to F&B programming.
• Work closely with the local Management and Regional HQ and meet the expectations laid out by PPG.
• Maintain Net Material Cost within budgetary Parameters and proactively monitor Gross Components to identify problem areas.
• Approve the requisition of products and other necessary food supplies.
• Control food and supplies wastage.
• Ensure that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are always maintained throughout all kitchen areas and equipment through establishment of a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule.
• Ensure all kitchen staff are trained and aware of the safety, sanitation and accident prevention principles.
• Ensure all health and safety regulations are adhered to the Company’s and local Food and Environmental Hygiene Department’s requirement.
• Preparation of annual budget, project food cost, labor and other related costs.
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff in order to maintain a professional workforce.
• Represent team and ensure good FSMS/ quality scores in internal audits, guest feedbacks and External audits.
• Ensure 100% compliance to daily CPR reporting of all units in Gatwick & Edinburgh Airport.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• More than 15 years’ experience in F&B operations, preferably in 5 star Hotels, Cruise, Flight Caterings; International Work experience preferred.
• Graduate from a reputed Hotel Management Institute.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Management roles.
• Multiple venue management is essential.
• Accountability and able to work independently.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Relevant vocational training council certificate will be given priority.
• Health supervisor or manager of health treatment certificate is preferred.