Head Chef

My Client is looking for an experienced and qualified Head Chef to manage kitchen activities in this beautiful 4 star Hotel. You will be in charge of the facilities and will create and inspect dishes before they arrive at the customers ensuring the highest quality and contentment. Experience in a busy environment is essential as well as the ability to maintain a composed demeanour at all times and to develop a kitchen team.

Responsibilities:

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Day to day management of Hotel Kitchen operations and all food outlets, including a 2AA Rosette Restaurant
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of Chefs in the team. Responsible for training and development
• Estimate staff’s workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers

Requirements and skills:

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Executive Head Chef in a 4/5* Hotel
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good computer skills
• HACCP or Hygiene certifications 
• Degree in Culinary science or related certificate

This is a 4* star property with an establish 2AA Rosette Restaurant as well as a busy wedding and bar food trade. 

Salary Guide: €70K 

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