Executive Chef

Job Description

Company description:At Elior were enriching lives, everywhere, every day. Feeding children in schools, loved ones in hospitals and care homes, sports fans in stadiums, visitors in heritage sites and teams in the workplace.We are a multi-award-winning global player in the hospitality sector, founded in 1991 with over 105,000 colleagues worldwide, serving over 4 million guests every day. In the UK, our dedicated team serve our customers across 1200 locations. Because of our success and stability, we can offer you excellent career opportunities where you will be nurtured and supported to fulfil your potential. We are renowned for looking after our people, with 87% of our colleagues feeling proud to work with us,and we are committed to delivering delicious and healthy food, which is ethically sourced. And were committed to looking after the planet, supporting the community, cutting food waste and supporting wellbeing. Weve lots to shout about with our strong and united approach in tackling many important global sustainability issues.This role sits within our stadia division, catering for fans and visitors at prestigious stadiums across the UK. With matchdays, concerts, conferences, and banquets to be catered for, our specialist teams are experts in adapting to our clients needs with locallysourced seasonal menus. At the heart of the matchday experience, we bring choice, quality, and value for money to some of the most prestigious sports venues across the UK.Job description:As an Executive Chef for Elior you will be expected to have: Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities Modify and create new menus that meet quality standards Accountable for recruiting, supporting, training and people development to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer, and clients Estimates and forecasting food requirement and food and labour costs To monitor and maintain consistent food standards and quality across all areas during all stages of production and supply To have total accountability for day to day running of the kitchen service Stock rotation and use by dates to produce food are followed and food is produced so not to contribute to wastage To maintain all equipments within the catering operation through due care and diligence as instructed To ensure operational areas are appropriately prepared for all the service and functions To identify the training needs for the kitchen team within line of responsibility including work methods, safety at work, health, hygiene and quality Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence. Accountable for creating a platform for financial growth through cost control and culinary excellence. Accountable for COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal regulations, environmental policies and duty of care to customers and colleagues Responsible for ensuring high standards of cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen and of equipment Provide support to other members of the kitchen and front of house team as required. Adaptable, whilst able to conform strictly to Elior UK procedures Establishes strong relationships with colleagues and customers and always maintains a professional image Adaptable, able to maintain the highest quality of service whilst working within standard operating procedures and rules Ability to work in a high-pressure environment Ability to multitask and prioritize during busy periods Effective communication with guests and within the team whenever required Comply and complete any company paperwork as and when required Attend mandatory and training when requiredProfile description:As an Executive Chef for Elior we look for: Proven working experience as a Head Chef or an Executive Chef Excellent record of kitchen management Passion and hunger for leading an exceptional hospitality experience, able to inspire the entire and varied team to deliver the best possible food, service, and standards Commercial knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and effective cost control management Balances a structured approach, resilience, and problem-solving skills with the ability to flex and adapt as required Previous experience of delivering large number of catering covers to deadline and within cost parameters Strong problem-solving skills and not fazed by unforeseen challenges Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions in fast-paced environment Positive approach o menu planning and development of the catering serviceWe offer:As part of your package, we are offering a salary up to £50,000 per annum.This role also comes with single healthcare cover (on completion of successful probation within 6 months of start date), a workplace pension, life insurance (x2), 28 days holiday pro-rata (including Bank Holidays) increasing to 31 days after 2 years service.You can also purchase up to 5 additional days annual leave