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Head Chef
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 56,000 - 56,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: WC1H, Russell Square, Greater London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Head Chef - Poppadom Express at Tavistock Hotel
40 hours a week (5/ 7 days fully flexible)
Circa £56,000+ Benefits
* Are you a skilled and organised team player?
* Do you have a passion for cooking and experimenting with flavours?
* Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment whilst maintaining high standards?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
We are excited to recruit a passionate and skilled Head Chef specialising in Indian cuisine for Poppadom Express, our vibrant 174-cover buffet restaurant at the Tavistock Hotel near Russell Square, central London. Serving lunch and dinner, you’ll lead a talented kitchen team of up to 12, delivering authentic and innovative Indian dishes that delight our diverse guests.
As a key member of our team, you’ll craft unforgettable dining experiences, introducing tourists to the rich flavours of Indian cuisine, think aromatic biryanis, creamy curries, and freshly baked naans or curating a spectacular three-course Indian menu for special occasions. Your creativity and leadership will ensure every meal is a memorable journey, allowing guests to savor the moment and create lasting impressions.
What you will be doing
As Head Chef you are responsible for the day to day running of the kitchen to deliver consistently high -quality food, meeting the demands of service so that we can deliver memorable guest experiences.
A Born leader who knows how to delegate and bring out the best in your team, mentoring across all levels to create a great working environment so that everyone is encouraged to reach their full potential.
You will ensure the kitchen team know how to follow recipes, presentation guidelines and that all food is prepared safely and presented irresistibly, taking a hands-on approach when needed to motivate and lead from the front.
With your talent for developing and designing seasonal menus, you will ensure they are costed accurately within food budget cost controls and minimal wastage, you’ll keep an eye on stock levels and ordering the right quantities, sourcing the best local ingredients.
Working in collaboration with your Hotel Manager and rest of front of house team, you’ll ensure the Kitchen team always present a professional and welcoming service at all times, and an attitude that exceeds our guest expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
Create and maintain high standards for food preparation and presentation, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
Oversee the delivery of freshly prepared dishes at our hotel restaurant and catering for our Interactive theatre dining experience.
Develop and implement innovative menus that reflect seasonal availability, dietary trends, and guest preferences.
Manage food stock levels and procurement to meet operational needs and achieve budgeted food gross profit targets.
Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team to deliver consistently high-quality culinary experiences.
Anticipate and exceed customer expectations through personalized service and attention to detail.
Ensure all kitchen staff adhere to strict hygiene and safety standards, conducting regular training sessions and maintaining up-to-date records.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless operations and exceptional guest satisfaction.
Participate in the recruitment, onboarding, and performance management of kitchen staff.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continually enhance our culinary offerings.
Requirements:
Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar leadership role within a reputable hotel or restaurant.
Strong culinary skills with a passion for creativity and innovation.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
Financial acumen and experience in managing budgets and achieving profitability targets.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
What we’re looking for…
A hunger for hospitality and going the extra mile.
Someone that is willing to bring their best, authentic self to work. Rather than reading from a script or putting on a persona, our approach is all about bringing the very best version of ourselves to work every day.
A creative approach to your role – we believe that a game changing idea can come from anyone, anytime.
Someone who thrives in a dynamic and vibrant environment and is committed to delivering exceptional hospitality.
What we’d like from you
A talented Head Chef or Sous Chef with a passion for fresh food, experienced cooking similar Indian cuisine working in a fast-paced kitchen.
You have a talent for creating new dishes for our menu cooking incredible food that will wow your guests.
With your strong leadership experience, you recognise succession is vital and have built strong teams around you. You know how to spot, nurture and develop talent within your team.
Experienced in controlling GP and managing your labour budget, you know your way around a P&L to achieve financial targets
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage the team in a calm and inspirational manner.
Demonstrate great attention to detail with strong organisational and multi-tasking skills
Have a flexible approach and positive attitude, able to keep a cool head under pressure.
What you’ll get in return
* What you'll get in return:
* 28 Days Holiday pro-rata increasing with length of service up to 33 days
* Free meals on duty
* Uniform & dry-cleaning
* Workplace pension scheme
* Early Pay - Instantly access a portion of the pay you’ve already earned
* £300 Refer a Friend Scheme
* Employee recognition
* Employee awards
* Social events
* Interest-free Season Ticket Loan / Travelcard Loan
* 50% discount to friends and family in our hotels on hotel rooms & 20% discount in our restaurants (subject to availability)
* Local discounts at Gym, Dry Cleaners, Bowling and Restaurant outlets
* Shopping discounts across several high-street brands and online retailers (via Each Person)
* Nursery Scheme via Each Person (subject to eligibility)
* Mental health first aiders support & well-being
* Employee Assistance Programme- Supported by Hospitality Action
* You can explore additional benefits here:
About Imperial London Hotels
Imperial London Family of Hotels may not be the most immediately recognisable hotel brand, and yet it has a celebrated history as the owner of numerous hotels in Bloomsbury, London, for over 185 years. Throughout this time, it has remained an independent private business and is currently under the Directorship of the 7th generation of the same family. Imperial London Hotels own and operate seven 3 & 4-star hotels near Russell Square underground station, including the UK’s largest hotel, The Royal National Hotel (over 1,600 rooms). These are exciting times for Imperial London as it seeks to evolve and modernise all areas of the business whilst keeping its unique heritage and culture at its heart. The flagship Imperial Hotel is undergoing a major refurbishment and will open in early 2026 as a Lifestyle Hotel and a new jewel in the crown of London’s hospitality offeringBefore You Apply
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