Head Chef - #1707321

Experience The Ivy Asia:

Featuring open sushi bars and iconic decor, we invite you to join us for an interactive culinary experience like no other. We're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team, offering a chance to showcase your skills in a dynamic setting. Whether seasoned or aspiring, join us in redefining luxury dining with each tantalizing Asian dish. Embrace the culinary magic of The Ivy Asia and be part of an extraordinary journey through Asian-inspired excellence.

Job Description:

As Head Chef, you will be at the forefront of our kitchen operations, shaping the culinary direction of the establishment. Your role involves leading the kitchen team, maintaining high standards of food quality, monitoring KPIs, and ensuring operational efficiency.

This is a pivotal leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the team through positive and constructive methods.


• Achieve consistent GP results.


• Accurate labour forecasting to ensure targets are met.


• Maintain high customer satisfaction scores.


• Ensure the Prep Team & Goods Receiver follow management instructions.


• Order precisely to ensure full menu availability and minimal wastage.


• Ensure accurate daily due diligence.


• Look after staff wellbeing, working towards high staff retention.


• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.


• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain high food standards.


• Pioneer a positive work environment and foster teamwork.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a busy kitchen environment.


• Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality and creativity.


• Leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Complete understanding of EBITDA & GP.


• Understanding PnLs to make positive cuts, increasing overall profit.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.


• Experience in organizing and leading a large kitchen team.

Benefits & Rewards:

• 
  Competitive industry pay (based on salary & Tronc).


• All managers receive an element of variable Tronc.


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  Annual bonus based on site performance.


• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.


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  100% HC staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when dining in our restaurants.


• Celebrate career anniversaries with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.


• Career development and training, including apprenticeships.


• You can take your birthday as a day off - guaranteed!


• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more.

Join our culinary team as Head Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, engaged, and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and celebrate our individualities and differences.