Job Summary:
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We are seeking a seasoned and ambitious Executive Culinary Director to lead our highly regarded kitchen with a loyal following and exciting growth plans.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the next chapter of an already well-established operation with clear ambition to gain national recognition through industry awards.
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About the Role:
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This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven chef to make their mark, with the full support and ambition to achieve industry recognition at the highest level.
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving efficiency in the kitchen while upholding uncompromising standards, building solid food costings and GP margin systems from the ground up, and leading menu development to delight existing guests while drawing in new audiences.
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The ideal candidate will have a background in AA Rosette and/or Michelin-standard kitchens, strong financial acumen, inspirational leadership skills, and a passion for seasonality, provenance, and progressive modern British/European cuisine.
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Benefits:
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• Competitive base salary.
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• Share of TRONC distribution.
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• Additional earning potential through overtime and meeting pre-agreed targets.
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• Creative freedom to develop menus with a strong focus on seasonality, provenance, and innovation.
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• Opportunity to design and deliver new dining experiences and bespoke events.
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• Clear career growth potential, with scope to progress to senior culinary roles as the business expands.
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• Live-in accommodation available if required">.
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Key Skills and Qualifications:
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• Experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-end kitchen environment.
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• Strong knowledge of food costing and budgeting principles.
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• Inspirational leadership and people management skills, with the ability to build and motivate a team of chefs and kitchen staff.
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• A passion for modern British/European cuisine, with a focus on using seasonal ingredients and local suppliers.
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• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with a focus on delivering high-quality dishes to customers">.
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Contact Information:
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Please submit your application via [insert contact method].
We look forward to hearing from you.