Head Chef

We're looking to recruit an experienced, operationally driven Head Chef for our bustling hotel at The Holiday Inn, Bournemouth. Who are we? Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand, overseeing over 1,600 hotels and resorts across the world. We work with big brands such as Hilton, Accor, Marriot and IHG as well as small independent hotels and everything in between. What is in it for you? As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to a suite of benefits that include Hotel discounts portfolio wide Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa. Wagestream Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing. First class leadership development opportunities 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme. Career and lifestyle breaks Allowing you to take time off for key life events. Volunteer days Up to two days per year to support a charity of your choice. Starting salary above NMW A day in the life of As Head Chef you will be responsible for overseeing and controlling smooth operations of a busy kitchen, with emphasis on quality and presentation and maximising every opportunity to ensure profit and cost margins are met and consistently kept in line with budget. Whilst only managing a small but experienced culinary brigade at the hotel; recruitment, training, and development of the team is important to ensure we deliver exceptional service whilst maintaining strict controls of food safety/health & safety to ensure statutory complian You will be Menu planning, cost, and budget controlling to ensure food cost is achieved. As a figure head for Safety and hygiene: you'll utilise your knowledge of food allergens, safety regulations, sanitation practices, and hygiene standards and implement and enforce these practices in the kitchen to ensure the safety and well-being of both the guests and the staff What do we need from you? To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will hold City & Guilds 706/1 | 706/2 Catering, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent as well as Food safety level 2 or 3. You will also have experience at this level or senior sous chef level and a successful track record of managing a kitchen team within a hotel or hospitality venue. You should also be able to display strong interpersonal management skills, with a proven track record developing high performing teams. The ideal candidate will also have previous experience working with a bar lounge menu and breakfast service. Interested? Click apply and start your journey with Aimbridge EMEA today. Your dream job awaits At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our Global community and enabling everyone to Be Their Best Selves. As the largest hotel brand in the world, Holiday Inn believe in the joy of travel for all, with one simple goal: to make all our guests smile. As part of the IHG family, we are committed to delivering True Hospitality to all. This hotel is managed by Interstate Hotels; the Global third-party management company of choice that operates over 450 franchised and independent hotels globally, working in partnership with the biggest brands in hospitality. TPBN1_UKCT