Key Responsibilities:
·Alongside the Executive Chef, set the standards of practice throughout the restaurant outlets and back of house areas, and ensure that these standards are met or exceeded on a day to day basis.
·Ensure the food quality is of an exceptional level and constantly review standards of practice to see where improvements can be made.
·Support your team through all their tenure at The NoMad from coaching new starters through their probation periods, appraisals, job chats, promotions and ensure all necessary training is completed in a timely manner.
·Provide day to day direction and support to all the various teams reporting to the Head Chef, ensuring that all training and competency records for each team member are completed.
·Develop a close relationship with any external contractors and suppliers to ensure service provided to the hotel is of the highest level and at the best possible price.
·Working to and maintaining monthly budgets for all areas of the department. Ensuring relationship with Finance department is a close one to facility this.
·Actively and positively engage with colleagues, residents, visitors, clients and our service providers to ensure a seamless service experience is created.
Idea Head Chef candidates should have the following:
·Proven experience as a Head Chef in fast pace and high calibre restaurant operation
·Level 3 Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate.
·Possess excellent communication skills and be an aspiring leader
·Experience with basic budget management and implementing cost efficiencies.
·Have experience working under pressure and flexibility to work according to business needs.
Covent Garden, Central London