Head Chef

Head Chef opportunity at Imperial Hotel, Tenby a great opportunity for a passionate Head Chef to join and lead the team. If you want the opportunity as a Head Chef to run a kitchen your way and work with our team to deliver quality food, then we would love to hear from you!

The Imperial Hotel Tenby, nestled in the historic heart of Pembrokeshire. Our hotel, set against the stunning backdrop of South Beach, offers a tranquil retreat built within the ancient stone fortifications of Tenby. Whether youre dining in our Terrace Restaurant or unwinding in one of our Ocean View rooms, the sweeping cliff-top vistas of this idyllic seaside town will captivate you.

Imperial Hotel, Tenby features 44 well-appointed guest rooms, the Head Chef with their team will provide a service to a bustling lounge, and restaurant.

We are currently seeking a talented Head Chef with a natural passion for food to run the kitchen.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, hands on and team orientated with a natural passion for food and the dedication and ability to deliver the high standards that our guests expect and deserve.

Job Role:

To produce/prepare and coordinate the delivery of food within the hotel

To be responsible for the day to day running of the hotel kitchen

To be responsible for maintaining high levels of hygiene controls

To ensure the control of food stock and controls to achieve budgets

To ensure the development and training of the kitchen brigade

Our Head Chef will have passion and commitment to quality, ownership of the kitchen and the preparation & production of food and have the autonomy to create a vision to inspire the kitchen brigade.

To lead the kitchen in producing an exception food experience

To ensure all food hygiene and health & safety standards are adhered to.

You will have a passion for quality and service, have exceptional organisational skills and be able to work using your own initiative.

This is an ideal role for someone with previous senior chef experience with an eye for detail & a passion for perfection.

Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of the kitchen and food production
- Lead and manage a team of culinary professionals
- Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met
- Plan and develop menus in collaboration with management
- Train and mentor kitchen staff on proper food preparation techniques
- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations

Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques and food preparation
- Excellent understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Creative mindset with the ability to develop innovative menu ideas
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Benefits as a Head Chef:

Discounted accommodation (£30 per room per night) in other hotels within crest the group

50% off Food & Beverage in other Hotels within the Crest group

Uniform

Meal on Duty

Training in house

Company events (BBQ / Christmas Party)

Long service award

Shining Star of the quarter - £250 incentive

Refer a friend to work bonus

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