The Place:
Our client is a leading Scottish-based independent multi-property-based Group mainly operating on the East Coast of Scotland. Owing to recent internal changes within the group, our client has an exciting opportunity to appoint a new Head Chef to join one of our client's Edinburgh-based flagship properties. This is a great opportunity! However, it does require applying candidates to come from a High Volume Premium Restaurant / Casual dining background.
The Job:
As Head Chef you will in essence be responsible along with the current Executive Chef for your own business unit, and you will report directly to the Executive Chef who is there as a support and also someone who can assist in making sure you and your team are able to get the best possible ingredients, tools and equipment to do the job at hand. As Head Chef, you and the Senior Kitchen Team (2 Sous) will take full responsibility and oversee the Kitchen operations in this award-winning eatery, providing a first-class dining experience. As a Senior team, you will train, develop, and motivate all of the junior team; improving and maintaining standards to ensure the customer's needs are met and exceeded. Working closely with the team to further develop the offering whilst maintaining exceptionally high standards on every plate.
The Person:
This role would suit an experienced City Centre Head Chef or an experienced Senior Sous Chef looking for a new, dynamic role (if you are able to demonstrate strong volume and Kitchen management leadership). You must have a good understanding of food costs, controls within a quality environment and management of a whole team. Skilled in manning levels and team development are also essential. Excellent presentation and FOH liaison skills are essential to ensure the best standard of quality and delivery for the customer.
The Rewards:
A competitive package of £50-55k+ (Salary, Bonus & Tronc dividends) will be offered to the right candidate. Along with outstanding additional benefits, a 4-day working week and the company can provide a relocation support package which can be fully discussed should you have the right attributes within the interviewing process.
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