Claridge's
Private Dining Head Chef
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Private Dining & Events Head Chef
Claridge’s
We are seeking an experienced Private Dining & Events Head Chef to join the senior team within the Culinary team here at Claridge’s.
About Maybourne
Maybourne operates some of the world’s most extraordinary hotels, including Claridge’s, The Connaught, The Berkeley and The Emory in London, the Maybourne Beverly Hills and the Maybourne Riviera in the South of France, where exceptional experiences and stories of distinction are crafted that celebrate the design and character of every destination.
About Claridge’s
One of Maybourne's storied hotels is Claridge’s, a place shaped by centuries of enduring artistry. A rich symphony of experience, where every moment unfolds with unforgettable flair. A place where tradition is treasured and history continues to inspire. For over two hundred years, those who choose Claridge’s for life’s finest moments become part of its brilliant legacy.
Claridge’s is a family of the best and brightest, proudly serving the best and brightest. The calibre of our staff is unparalleled, as are our esteemed guests. Our people are a manifestation of our ethos - generous, passionate and truly personal. Claridge’s is a place that invites you in, embraces you, and make your spirit soar.
Private Dining and Events Kitchen
From gala dinners to award ceremonies to business meetings, as part of the dedicated brigade of chefs within our Banqueting Kitchen you will orchestrate complex menus for every event held at Claridge’s, transforming high-volume service into a seamless culinary performance. You will be a part of a team who create dishes that delight hundreds of guests at once, with the grace and finesse befitting such an iconic setting.
Responsibilities
As a Head Chef you will be responsible for:
- The day to day running and leadership of the kitchen
- Ensuring preparation and service of menu items is executed to the desired standards in collaboration with the Culinary Director
- To ensure that strict hygiene controls are kept in all Kitchen areas at all times
- To monitor food costs and staffing levels in line with approved budgets whilst still maintaining the required levels of service enjoyed by Claridge’s guests
- To oversee stock levels and ordering within the kitchen
- To support the training and development of chefs within the Kitchen and instil creativity and inspiration within the team
- To work together with the Culinary Director to continually evolve the Private Dining and Events menu, best suited to the style of the hotel and seasonality
- Ensuring the efficient collaboration with the front of house events team
- To maintain the equipment with Technical Services and Back of Housekeeping in line with Environmental Health and Safety Regulations
- Support the rest of the kitchen team during service to ensure a smooth operation
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Requirements
Successful candidates for our Head Chef opportunity will:
- Experience as a Head Chef within an exciting luxury environment
- Luxury hotel experience would be beneficial
- Have proven experience leading high volume, high quality events
- Proven leadership skills and able to lead a high-performing team
- Food safety level 3 qualification as a minimum
- Proven passion for food, quality products, ingredients and guest experience
- Be a team player with good communication skills
- Ability to work in a high-pressure environment
- Excellent attention to detail
- Have a thorough understanding of Forbes and LQA Standards
Benefits
Here at Maybourne, we strive to reward our employees for the incredible work they do every single day. In return for your hard work and dedication we offer you:
Financial Stability
- Excellent salary package
- Family Friendly company policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service
- Travel Season Ticket Loans
- Pension Scheme*
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Health and Wellbeing Support
- Subsidised monthly Podiatrist and Masseuse treatments
- Flu vaccination vouchers*
- Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses*
- 24-hour employee assistance helpline
- On and off-site Occupational Health Service
- Death in Service salary contribution
- Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health
- A complimentary state-of-the-art all-day dining colleague restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals
Recognition and Career Development
- Referral Scheme ‘Introduce a Star’ where you can earn up to £1,500*
- Instant employee recognition and award programme with generous prizes
- Employee of the month nominations with generous prizes
- Additional paid day off to celebrate your Birthday
- Internal transfer and promotion opportunities
- In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth
- Long service awards
Memorable experiences
- Preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across Maybourne
- Hotel Guest Experience Stay* including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our renowned restaurants and bars
- 50% Food and Beverage discount* across Maybourne
- Social events (Annual Awards, Summer Maybourne Picnic, Welcome to Work, Annual Colleague Party, Annual Colleague Children Party, etc.)
- Wedding and Baby gifts
- Retirement functions
*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.
Note
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
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