Culinary Leadership Trainee

4 weeks ago


Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Scattergoods Agency Full time £65,000

Exciting Opportunity for Aspiring Culinary Leaders

We are thrilled to present a unique opportunity for a dedicated Culinary Leadership Trainee to join our esteemed client, a prestigious 5-star establishment.

Role Overview

In this pivotal role, you will deliver proactive, business-oriented leadership to the kitchen brigade while overseeing their daily operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the creation of outstanding culinary offerings within budget across various dining venues, including a Restaurant, Bar, Café, Staff Dining, and Event Catering.
  • Ensure meticulous planning of food costs in alignment with established budgets.
  • Manage procurement of all food items, utilizing approved suppliers to guarantee the highest quality ingredients.
  • Plan staffing needs to maintain an efficient and effective kitchen operation within payroll constraints.
  • Collaborate with management regarding staffing and food quality standards.
  • Adhere to all company and legal requirements concerning food hygiene, working closely with kitchen support staff as necessary.
  • Provide clear recipes and guidelines to facilitate the preparation of standard dishes.
  • Handle all personnel-related matters, including recruitment, scheduling, communication, performance management, motivation, and training.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • Experience in a luxury hospitality environment is advantageous but not mandatory.
  • A genuine passion for culinary excellence and a commitment to high standards.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, hygiene, health and safety regulations, and relevant audits.
  • A strong desire to create dishes of exceptional quality and presentation.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving demands of the business.

If you are an enthusiastic culinary professional with aspirations of leading in a 5-star environment, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Note: In accordance with UK Immigration and Employment Law, only candidates eligible to live and work in the UK should apply.

For more information on this position and other available opportunities, please visit our website.



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