Executive Chef - Royal Society of Arts London
Job description
Executive Chef - Royal Society of Arts £55,000-£60,000 per annum Westminister Craft, Creativity and Community – we are Company of Cooks! These are our values, and they go far beyond corporate waffle. In fact, they set the tone for everything we do. Company of Cooks have been working with some of the UK’s most cherished venues since 1996, delighting customers and clients alike with great food and drinks, brilliant service and an absolute focus on the details that make good restaurants, cafes and bars, great ones. In October 2019 the company was brought into the CH&CO family. The completion of the deal saw Company of Cooks become the group’s go-to operators in heritage and performance venues, art galleries and destinations. We are excited to be recruiting for an Executive Chef to be based at the prestigious Royal Society of Arts. Fully responsible for the provision of seasonal food in a contemporary style in line with the CH&CO brand whilst ensuring that all standards of quality, food hygiene and health and safety. Responsible for the full management of the Head Chef, kitchen and the kitchen team. Works with the Head Chef on site to deliver all budgetary targets and provides high standards of customer service. Working with the General Manager builds strong relationship with the client at the relevant site. To work on a shift basis as required by the business. Key responsibilities and accountabilitiesTo oversee the development and planning of menus that are in line with client and customer expectations at the relevant CH&CO site To ensure that all food is prepared to the highest standard and in line with the CH&CO style To ensure food is seasonal, of known provenance and where possible sourced locallyTo ensure food is produced in an in a timely fashion to ensure smooth service to the customers Through the Head Chef to ensure that all appropriate ingredients are available for the menus being prepared and where necessary identify shortages and instigate action to source ingredients To assist company chefs and Food Development Director in developing and producing new service styles and food concepts To ensure stock ordering and stocktaking is coordinated for the entire operation. What's in it for you? Working with Company of Cooks has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy. Personal Development and Training opportunities Life assurance scheme Pension scheme Competitive holiday allowance Private medical eligibility Eye care A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance Family friendly support Regular social events and communication with our leaders A holiday purc
