Head Chef

Job title: Head Chef

Location: Stevenage

Salary: Up to £42,000 per year

Job type: Full time – Permanent

Knebworth Golf Club is a vibrant and prestigious club dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for our members. We are currently seeking a dynamic and organised individual to join our team as a Head Chef. If you are passionate about delivering outstanding member service and enjoy a variety of responsibilities, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

At Knebworth Golf Club we take pride in offering an exceptional dining experience that complements our stunning golf course. We are seeking a talented and passionate Head Chef to lead our culinary team and elevate our dining offerings to new heights. As the Head Chef, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth food operation of our club.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Menu Creation: Design and develop innovative, seasonally-inspired menus that reflect the tastes and preferences of our members and guests. Ensure menu variety, considering dietary restrictions and preferences
• Kitchen Management: Oversee all kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, to maintain the highest standards of quality, taste, and presentation
• Quality Control: Implement and maintain strict quality control measures to ensure consistent and exceptional food quality. Conduct regular taste tests and inspections.
• Inventory Management: Manage kitchen inventory efficiently, including ordering and monitoring stock levels to minimize waste and optimise cost control
• Food Hygiene: Ensure strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper handling, storage, and disposal of food items
• Health & Safety: The Head Chef should be committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment for the kitchen team while upholding the highest standards of food quality and hygiene
• Event Collaboration: Collaborate with event planners to create unique dining experiences for special occasions and competitions held at the golf club

Education & Experience:

• Level 1,2 and 3 Food Safety Awards
• Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award
• Minimum 2 / 3 years relevant experience
• Awareness of manual handling techniques
• Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety
• Experience of kitchen equipment
• Experience of dangerous equipment such as knives
• Competent level of English spoken and written

General Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of all sections
• Ability to produce excellent high-quality food
• Good oral communication
• Team management skills including training junior team members
• High level of attention to detail
• Good level of numeracy
• Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you
• Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes
• Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work
• Positive and approachable manner
• Team player qualities

Why Join Our Team?

• Be part of a welcoming and dynamic team
• Contribute to enhancing the member experience in a prestigious club
• Opportunity for professional development and growth within the organisation

In addition to a competitive salary, our comprehensive remuneration package includes:

• 25 days of paid annual leave: Enjoy well-deserved time off to recharge
• We also observe statutory bank holidays
• Free Team Meals: Savour delicious team meals, fostering camaraderie and ensuring you have the energy to excel in your role
• Employee Assistance Program: Access a wide range of support services to promote your overall well-being, from counselling to financial advice, helping you navigate life’s challenges more effectively
• At our organisation, we believe in rewarding our employees not only with competitive compensation but also with valuable benefits that enhance your work-life balance and personal growth

The role is 40 hours per week – working hours can be varied to meet the needs of our members and guests – primary hours of operation typically span from 9am to 5pm, with some weekend shifts.

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for providing exceptional member service and have the skills to excel in this role, we invite you to apply!

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, Catering Manager, Experienced Chef, Qualified Chef, Head Cook, Senior Chef, Executive Chef, Senior Cook, Experienced Cook will also be considered for this role.