Executive Chef

4 weeks ago


St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Sopwell House Full time
Job Opportunity at Sopwell House

We are seeking a skilled and experienced chef to join our team at Sopwell House, a luxury country house hotel with a multiple award-winning Spa and Conference and Banqueting facilities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist while monitoring food quality.
  • Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
  • Monitor the quantity of food that is prepared and the portions that are served to ensure all staff are catered for and control food waste.
  • Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager.
  • Maintain high standards of internal customer satisfaction while ensuring the food cost is kept in line with approved budgets.
  • Ensure the quality of the food items and notify chef if a product does not meet specifications.
  • Ensure allergens are displayed accordingly and alternative options are available.
  • On occasion, assist Banqueting with particularly busy functions.
  • Follow weekly and bi-weekly staff canteen menus and assist the Executive Chef in developing the menus.
Requirements:
  • Chef de partie level.
  • Diploma or degree from an accredited university in culinary arts or NVQ or related major.
  • At least 2 years' experience in a similar position.
What We Offer:
  • Wide range of training and development opportunities.
  • Free staff meals and parking.
  • Discounted food and beverage, accommodation, and spa.
  • 28 days' holiday + 1 extra holiday day on birthday.
  • Very competitive salary and benefits scheme.
  • Staff accommodation available.

Nestled in the Hertfordshire countryside, Sopwell House is a luxury country house hotel with a multiple award-winning Spa and Conference and Banqueting facilities. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about food and flavors to join our team to create an amazing dining experience for our guests and local community.

If you are a skilled and experienced chef looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.


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