Head Chef In Training

1 month ago

London, United Kingdom Imperial London Hotels Full time €55,000

Head Chef The President Hotel / Imperial London Hotel Group
40 hours a week (5/ 7 days fully flexible)
Imperial London Hotels has been running hotels in Central London for over 180 years, currently operating seven 3 & 4-star hotels in the heart of Bloomsbury. Independent and family-owned, ILH has a unique heritage and culture that remains its foundation as it evolves and modernises. The portfolio includes The Royal National Hotel which remains UK largest hotel with over 1,600 rooms, The Bedford Hotel, The President Hotel, The Tavistock Hotel, The Morton Hotel and our newly acquired IHG Branded Holiday Inn Bloomsbury. Following a major refurbishment, The Imperial Hotel will open as ILH flagship 4* Deluxe Hotel in 2026.

We are currently recruiting for a Head Chef based in Bloomsbury, you'll be in the heart of London working at President Hotel, with 523 rooms. It’s a special place to be, offering an on-site restaurant bar and resident theatre show, The Faulty Towers Dining Experience.

As Head Chef you are responsible for the day to day running of the kitchen to deliver consistently high quality food, meeting the demands of service so that we can deliver memorable guest experiences. You will ensure the kitchen team know how to follow recipes, presentation guidelines and that all food is prepared safely and presented irresistibly, taking a hands-on approach when needed to motivate and lead from the front. With your talent for developing and designing seasonal menus, you will ensure they are costed accurately within food budget cost controls and minimal wastage, you’ll keep an eye on stock levels and ordering the right quantities, sourcing the best local ingredients.

Working in collaboration with your Hotel Manager and rest of front of house team, you’ll ensure the Kitchen team always present a professional and welcoming service, and an attitude that exceeds our guest expectations.

A talented Head Chef or Sous chef with a passion for fresh food, experienced cooking similar Indian cuisine working in a fast-paced kitchen.
You have a talent for creating new dishes for our menu cooking incredible food that will wow your guests.
Create and maintain high standards for food preparation and presentation, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
Oversee the delivery of freshly prepared dishes at our Atrium Bar and restaurant catering for our Interactive theatre dining experience.
You know how to spot, nurture and develop talent within your team.
Experienced in controlling GP and managing your labour budget, you know your way around a P&L to achieve financial targets
Have a flexible approach and positive attitude, able to keep a cool head under pressure.
Level 3 Food & Safety in Catering / City & Guilds Diploma in Professional Cookery.
Develop and implement innovative menus that reflect seasonal availability, dietary trends, and guest preferences.
Manage food stock levels and procurement to meet operational needs and achieve budgeted food gross profit targets.
Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team to deliver consistently high-quality culinary experiences.
Ensure all kitchen staff adhere to strict hygiene and safety standards, conducting regular training sessions and maintaining up-to-date records.
Participate in the recruitment and performance management of kitchen staff.
Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar leadership role within a reputable hotel or restaurant.
Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
Financial acumen and experience in managing budgets and achieving profitability targets.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

A hunger for hospitality and going the extra mile.
A creative approach to your role – we believe that a game changing idea can come from anyone, anytime.
Someone who thrives in a dynamic and vibrant environment and is committed to delivering exceptional hospitality.

Holidays 28 (inc. of bank holidays) increasing with length of service up to 33 days.
~ Reward and recognition schemes including discounts across a number of high street brands
~30% discount to friends and family at our hotels (excluding Morton Hotel)
~ Employee Assistance Programme
~ Workplace pension scheme
~ Interest free season ticket loan (after probation)
~ Training and development through our ILH Group Academy to support your career development and growth.
~ Employee recognition awards, Christmas Party and other social events.
~ Free Meals on site
~ Local discounts at Gym, Dry Cleaners, Restaurant outlets

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