Head Chef

25 April 2024•1 view

Join Our Team: Creative Chef with Farm-to-Fork Passion
Are you a culinary maestro with a passion for Farm to Fork dining experiences? Potton Hall is on the lookout for exceptional chefs like you to lead our sustainable dining venture and delight our guests with innovative cuisine.
About Us:
Located amidst the picturesque Potton Hall Grounds, The Yurt Restaurant boasts stunning landscaped gardens and a thriving holistic vegetable garden that serves as the heart of our kitchen all year round. Potton Hall offers a Boutique B&B, a tranquil Beauty Spa, and hosts memorable Weddings and Events.
Responsibilities Include:
Cultivating strong relationships with local suppliers to uphold the highest standards of product quality.
Ensuring compliance with a 5-star food standards agency rating.
Efficiently managing food costs, gross operating profit (GOP) percentages, and achieving gross profit targets while monitoring wastage.
Leading kitchen operations to deliver flawlessly executed dishes on time, and providing training to kitchen and front-of-house staff.
Exemplifying meticulous attention to detail to maintain impeccable standards throughout.
Demonstrating flexibility and a positive attitude to tackle any challenge.
Qualifications and Skills:
Experience in Events catering
City & Guilds Level 1 & 2 certification or equivalent (achieved or in progress).
Working knowledge of HACCP standards.
Preferably holds a Level 3 NVQ in Professional Cookery.
Precision in executing culinary instructions and recipes.
Self-motivated with a deep-seated passion for food.
Strong decision-making abilities.
Leadership and management prowess.
Ability to handle outside catering events is essential.
Benefits:
Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus scheme.
If you're ready to showcase your culinary prowess and elevate the dining experience at Potton Hall, apply now to be part of our dynamic team.
Note:
Applicants should include a resume and a cover letter detailing their experience and why they are the ideal fit for this role.
Only the CoS (Certificate of Sponsorship) will be covered by the employer
From £39,000 per annum
Benefits: Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus scheme. If you're ready to showcase your culinary prowess and elevate the dining experience at Potton Hall, apply now to be part of our dynamic team.
Responsibilities Include:
Cultivating strong relationships with local suppliers to uphold the highest standards of product quality.
Ensuring compliance with a 5-star food standards agency rating.
Efficiently managing food costs, gross operating profit (GOP) percentages, and achieving gross profit targets while monitoring wastage.
Leading kitchen operations to deliver flawlessly executed dishes on time, and providing training to kitchen and front-of-house staff.
Exemplifying meticulous attention to detail to maintain impeccable standards throughout.
Demonstrating flexibility and a positive attitude to tackle any challenge.
Qualifications and Skills:
City & Guilds Level 1 & 2 certification or equivalent (achieved or in progress).
Working knowledge of HACCP standards.
Preferably holds a Level 3 NVQ in Professional Cookery.
Precision in executing culinary instructions and recipes.
Self-motivated with a deep-seated passion for food.
Strong decision-making abilities.
Leadership and management prowess.
Potton Hall, located in Suffolk, is a sustainably operated establishment centered around the Farm to Fork concept. Our serene setting amidst lush landscaped gardens, which seamlessly transition into a forest reserve, creates a truly unique environment. At Potton Hall, we prioritize both guest satisfaction and the well-being and advancement of our staff.
Comprising a Holistic Beauty Spa, The Yurt Restaurant, a Recording Studio, Accommodation facilities, and hosting Weddings and Outside Catering events, Potton Hall offers a diverse array of services. This multifaceted setup provides our staff with the opportunity to engage with a wide range of experiences and collaborate with colleagues across various departments, fostering a dynamic and enriching work environment. We take pride in investing in our team members, ensuring they have the tools and support needed to thrive professionally within our staff-oriented workplace.