Executive Chef

3 weeks ago

United Kingdom The Doyle Collection Full time

The Bloomsbury Hotel is looking for an exceptionally talented Executive Chef . Responsible for managing and inspiring all aspects of the kitchen, including co-ordinating the activities and training for all chefs and kitchen personnel to ensure a creative, efficient and profitable service. Maximise the profitability of the kitchen operation through effective cost controls. Maintain consistent standards of service, ensuring customer standards of service, ensuring customer satisfaction. Create a working environment that supports the organisational values.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the running of the kitchen and ensure an excellent service to the guests
  • Preparation of budgets and forecasting
  • Optimising all available resources to maintain high levels of productivity and performance
  • Track food costs and assist in the development of departmental budgets
  • Using available management information to inform proactive continuous business improvement activity (i.e. feedback from guests), responding proactively to address and correct any areas of underperformance
  • Ensure effective cost control through minimisation of waste and food allocation techniques without compromising standards and service delivery
  • Set up control systems to ensure that all goods received into the kitchen are checked against delivery notes and those delivery notes are checked against invoices
  • Work with finance on purchasing systems to maximize quality at the best available prices
  • Take responsibility for the preparation of statistical, performance and forecast information on a weekly/ monthly basis
  • Keep abreast of trends in food and drink. To visit new restaurants. To attend trade fairs on a regular basis
  • Liaise closely with the Director of Sales and Marketing for a calendar or events and promotions
  • Be aware and analyse all forthcoming business on a regular basis, being aware of future business requirements and make plans accordingly
  • Positively approach all sales opportunities in order to maximize hotel revenue to meet budgeted targets
  • Responsible for the preparation of the departmental payroll forecast on a weekly basis, controlling payroll in line with budget
  • Be aware of daily arrivals and to ensure proper planning is in place to ensure guest expectations are met
  • Work closely with the F&B Manager to ensure a consistency of communication is maintained
  • Continuously strive to provide food of excellent taste, quality and presentation, which will exceed guests’ expectations
  • Consistent delivery of the brand and proud values during yours and your team’s interactions with the guests
  • Aware of all regular guests and encourage repeat business by offering a personalised service experience at every opportunity
  • Maintain a high level of competitor awareness and local trends and to continue to drive the memorable luxury experiences by reaching standards of a 5 star luxury property

The Perks of working for The Bloomsbury Hotel:

  • TripAdvisor Incentives
  • Upselling incentives
  • Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days
  • Free meals on duty
  • 50% discount when dining with The Doyle Collection
  • Discounted rates when staying in our hotels
  • Training dedicated to personal development
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounts in selected stores and online shops
  • Life Insurance and Company Pension
  • Complimentary uniform and dry cleaning
  • One paid volunteering day per year
  • Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
  • Hotel Incentives and rewards
  • Staff summer parties, Christmas parties and regular team get togethers
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme

The Bloomsbury, London

Located in central London just minutes away from The British Museum, Theatreland, Soho and the designer boutiques and markets of Covent Garden, The Bloomsbury hotel sits at the heart of the historic and vibrant 18th century Bloomsbury. The Bloomsbury is the proud winner of 'Best Urban Hotel' in the 2017 Condé Naste Johansen's UK and Ireland Awards for Excellence.

The Doyle Collection

The Doyle Collection is a carefully curated collection of eight Irish family-owned luxury and urban hotels located centrally in London, Dublin, Washington DC, Cork and Bristol. What binds our hotels together is the Doyle service ethos - a real warmth and thoughtfulness.

We are proud to say that The Doyle Collection has maintained it's listing as one of the 'Best Large Workplaces' with Great Places to Work since 2017. This accolade means that our people are part of a culture of continuous improvement, working for leaders who are committed to the working environment.

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At The Doyle Collection, where everyone is valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. All our team members have the opportunity to thrive with an equal opportunities employer.

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