HEAD CHEF– NEC PUB, BIRMINGHAM| FULL-TIME / PERMANENT

£40k + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.

EXPERIENCE

• Leadership: Demonstrated experience in managing and leading a diverse culinary team.
• Menu Development: Extensive experience in menu planning, recipe creation, and adapting menus to reflect current culinary trends and customer preferences.

SKILLS

• Culinary Expertise: Exceptional culinary skills with a strong understanding of various cuisines and cooking techniques.
• Creativity: Ability to create innovative dishes that appeal to a broad range of tastes while maintaining high standards of presentation and flavour.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively manage the kitchen team and interact with front-of-house staff and suppliers.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time-management abilities to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Budget Management: Proficiency in managing budgets, controlling costs, and optimising resource use.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Flexibility: Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the nature of the hospitality industry.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods and perform physically demanding tasks in a busy kitchen environment.
• Team Player: Strong

TOGETHER, WE CREATE UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES – AND SHAPE THE FUTURE OF HOSPITALITY.

Job Reference: com/0109/43420001/52760177/SU #Levy U

ROLE PURPOSE:

The overall purpose of the Bar / Restaurant Head Chef, working for Levy, is to lead the culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences at our Bar / Restaurant at the NEC. This role involves overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene are maintained. The Head Chef is responsible for menu planning, ingredient selection, and the creation of innovative dishes that reflect both contemporary trends and traditional Flavours tailored to delight our diverse clientele. By fostering a collaborative and efficient kitchen environment, the Head Chef ensures that every meal served not only meets but exceeds our guests’ expectations, contributing to the overall prestige and success of the Bar / Restaurant.