Head Chef

KINGSMILLS HOTEL, INVERNESS - Head Chef 4 DAYS ON 3 DAYS OFF. Working in the hospitality industry is like no other. A hotel is a living, breathing place that pulses 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We serve passionately and proudly and we delight in welcoming guests from all over the world to sample our beautiful Highlands of Scotland and the warm hospitality for which we are known. Working for Kingsmills Hotel Were devoted to making our people feel as valued as our guests. In this way, we strive to support the whole you not just the professional part but the personal part too. People join our team for all sorts of reasons. Some work here permanently to develop a career, some work seasonally, while others have a schedule to fit around their personal commitments. The one common thread that runs through us all at the Kingsmills Hotel Group, is we love 'people'. The Kingsmills Hotel is 4-star Hotel, 147 bedrooms in the Capital of the Highlands, Inverness. The Hotel is privately owned and is part of the Kingsmills Hotel Group. The Hotel has event space for up to 300 people and cater for weddings, banquets, charity dinners and much more. We also have two restaurants along with a lounge bar which serves food all day. Who we are looking for:- Experienced Head Chef with a solid background of working in hotel kitchens which are of a fast-paced environment. You will be assisting our Executive Head Chef in helping lead the team in order to consistently deliver the highest standards of food service exceeding guests expectations. Lunch: Up to 100; Dinner: Up to 200; Breakfast: Up to 300; Functions: Up to 300 therefore this requires someone who is strong and able to cope with high volume whilst not compromising our standards You must be able to work on your own but also in a team helping motivate others around you. Holds Intermediate Food Hygiene (desirable). 'Can do attitude' Great leader for the kitchen brigade to follow, learn and develop. Always looking for ways to improve and enhance our food. A strong team player with great communication skills and an enthusiastic approach; you're well organised and punctual with an eagle eye for detail You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and above all has fun along the way The shifts are working four days from seven. Shifts are 10am-10pm or 11am-11pm, 48 hours per week. Additional hours worked will be paid on a pro rata basis. What we do for you:- Benefits are Free use of the Leisure Club and discounted rates for Friends & Family; discounted rates for our sister Hotels for yourself, family & friends. Spa discount. Food & Beverage discount. Meals on duty New online training platform. Uniform provided. Free parking; As mentioned before we are privately owned and offer a fun and supportive environment to work in. Short term accommodation can be provided for a temporary period until own accommodation has been found. To Apply If you have the experience and qualities we are looking for then please send your CV along with a covering letter explaining why you are the right person for this exciting position here at the Kingsmills Hotel. TPBN1_UKCT