Executive Culinary Director
4 weeks ago
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Head Chef to join our team at Platinum Skies Retirement Village in Sherborne.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with our award-winning brand, Caterplus, one of the UK's leading catering services specialising in the care sector.
As a Head Chef, you will be responsible for managing and supporting a catering team, as well as creating a platform for financial growth through cost control and culinary excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruiting, training, and supporting team members to deliver an efficient and high-quality service to our customers.
- Maintaining and controlling food stocks within budget.
- Ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting, and client liaison to enable operational excellence.
- Accountable for COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal regulations, environmental policies, and duty of care to customers and colleagues.
What You'll Bring
- Proven leadership ability with a proactive and hands-on approach.
- Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
- Focused on the front line.
- Catering experience essential with chef skills.
- 2+ years of experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef ready for their next step.
Benefits
- FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy complimentary lunches, saving you time and money while ensuring you stay nourished and energised throughout the day.
- Support Your Way of Life:
- Flexible Working: We offer full-time and part-time roles, with varying shift patterns across the business. Allowing colleagues the flexibility to balance their personal and professional commitments.
- Relax and Recharge with 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years of service.
- Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with flexible leave options.
- Paid Charity Leave: Make a positive impact with two additional paid days for charity work.
About Elior
Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors.
We are committed to creating an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.
We aim to celebrate a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion, continuing to make Elior a great place to work.
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