Head Chef
Aimbridge EMEA, Whitton, Richmond upon Thames
Head Chef
£50000
Aimbridge EMEA, Whitton, Richmond upon Thames
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 10 Dec | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 08efdeadaa2b4b7086eba621e34afa80
Full Job Description
As our refurbishment takes shape, you will be tasked with building managing and motivating a team of chefs and kitchen staff who want to deliver a first-class guest experience while maintaining a clean and organised kitchen. You'll be a key figurehead for the business that plays an essential role in maintaining the hotel's reputation post-refurbishment and ensuring the safety and satisfaction of guests. As our inspiring Head Chef, it will be your responsibility to oversee all kitchen operations with emphasis on quality and presentation and maximising every opportunity to ensure profit and cost margins are met and consistently kept in line with budget. We're looking for your input into driving this new 'Heart of the community' Menu in 2025, You will need to ensure that all food is prepared to the highest standard and in compliance with health and safety regulations. Your knowledge of allergens will also be crucial, as you will also be responsible for training and educating your staff on allergen awareness.
- We're looking for experience of setting the industry standard when it comes to creating a new menu that's not just for hotel guests but is 'high street driven' to form the heart of the local community. You'll have strong culinary skills and knowledge, including expertise in menu planning, recipe creation, and food preparation and presentation.
- Strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to Recruit, manage and motivate a team of kitchen staff to work together effectively and efficiently.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with other hotel departments and external stakeholders, and to manage budgets and resources effectively.
- In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations and guidelines, and the ability to always maintain strict standards of cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
- The ability to adapt to changing customer preferences and dietary requirements, and to be creative and innovative in menu design and food presentation. Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards
- Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
- Hotel discounts portfolio wide - Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
- Wagestream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
- 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
- Access to hotel gym facilities
- Minimum of 30 days holiday
- Career and lifestyle breaks - Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
- Free staff parking, Stay close to the action and experience the inspiration of sporting legends with premium hotel accommodation, ideal for the business traveller seeking a work-life balance that includes rugby!
We're looking to recruit a Head Chef for the London Allianz Stadium Hotel, part of Radisson Individuals, Twickenham. To drive the current business and be a focal part of an exciting rebrand and full refurbishment due to take place in early 2025. As we undergo our transformation to become part of the Radisson Red family, this role will give you the opportunity to put your stamp on the brand-new F&B concept that is centred around becoming the heart of the local community, offering a quality food and dining experience to hotel guests and going beyond matchdays to appeal to the local market and high street audience on a daily basis., Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We're passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our "people first" approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other., At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone 'A Place to Grow' So, click apply today, we'd love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality. London Hotel Twickenham 198 Whitton Road, Twickenham, Middlesex, TW2 7BA
As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include