Executive Culinary Director

1 day ago


Hounslow, Greater London, United Kingdom Arena One GmbH Full time
Culinary Leadership Opportunity at Arena One GmbH

At Arena One GmbH, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional luxury airline catering that exudes elegance and sophistication. Our team is dedicated to crafting a unique experience that caters to even the most discerning passengers, providing top-tier quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Executive Culinary Director to lead our lounge kitchen team and serve as the culinary face for our Lounge. This role involves maintaining kitchen standards, training new employees, overseeing performance, ensuring food products meet company standards, operating the kitchen efficiently, distributing tasks among teams, communicating with customers, and maintaining kitchen equipment and inventory.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Lead the lounge kitchen team and serve as the culinary face for our Lounge.
  2. Maintain kitchen standards by monitoring the area and staff.
  3. Train new employees on company standards and regulations.
  4. Oversee performance of junior chefs.
  5. Ensure food products meet company standards.
  6. Operate the lounge kitchen efficiently.
  7. Distribute tasks among teams.
  8. Communicate with customers and answer menu queries.
  9. Maintain kitchen equipment and inventory.
Requirements:
  • Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Level 2 Food Safety and HACCP certification.
  • Fluent English, both written and oral, with excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Strong leadership skills to motivate your team.
Benefits:
  • Enjoy perks through our refer-a-friend scheme.
  • Save money and time with on-site free meals.
  • Expand your skills through in-house training opportunities.
  • A business where you can make a real impact; we welcome new ideas.
  • Genuine career development opportunities, nationally and internationally.
  • The opportunity to work with and represent a leading player in the global gourmet entertainment market.

$120,000 per annum.



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