Title:  Culinary Sr Specialist - Head Chef

Aramark UK is looking to hire a hands on and reliable Head Chef to be based out of fantastic Hotels across Alton Towers, ST10 4DB. This is a full time and permanent role.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something very special and you will have the opportunity to be part of a high energy, fun team who delivers excellent customer service each day to all our guests who are ready to have an amazing action-packed day filled with our delicious and innovative food offering!

What's in it for you:

• We are offering a salary of £ 45,375
• Merlin passes for friends and family
• Weekday and weekend work required
• Company pension
• Discounted food
• Free parking
• MyStaff Shop discounts
• Generous Annual Leave, increasing in line with service with the opportunity to buy additional days
• EAP in house mental health champion
• Fantastic training and development

A day in the life of a Head Chef:

• Management of a large kitchen with a team of Chefs and Assistants
• Ensure tasks are appropriately allocated so teams are fully utilised and food preparation activities are delivered using standard recipes and in line with Aramark brand standards.
• Responsible for ensuring efficient execution and delivery of all food line products in line with the daily menu.
• Maintain integrity of the standard Aramark food offer, responsible for always maintaining food quality and integrity of items.
• Accountable for stock flow and rotation of product within the unit.
• Overall accountability for the performance of the Food Preparation team, including performance monitoring, record keeping, recruitment and development.
• Lead the team to use best practice Food Production techniques using the Aramark systems and brand standards.
• Handle customer complaints as required.
• Maintain communication with all team members and third parties as required e.g. client contacts.
• Direct and coach team members to learn procedures and standards for all kitchen tasks, ensuring all training and development needs are met.
• Ensure complete compliance with food safety and health and safety legislation.

You'll be set up for success if you have:

• Experience operating at a Head Chef level
• Contract catering or Hotel background would be advantageous
• A financially astute focus
• Previous experience managing and leading a team
• A passion for people and food

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Aramark UK is an equal opportunities employer.