Head Chef - Ripon
- Employer
- Grantley Hall
- Location
- Ripon, North Yorkshire
- Salary
- £35,000
- Closing date
- 25 Oct 2018
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- Sector
- Chef jobs, Head Chef, Senior Management (Chef), Sous Chef
- Job Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Head Chef - Banqueting - Grantley Hall
Grantley Hall is an exclusive, 5 star luxury hotel and wellness retreat, nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. With 47 exquisite rooms and suites, four exceptional restaurants – ranging from fine dining to Pan-Asian experience dining and three sophisticated bars. The extensive development has also included the introduction of a tranquil spa and pioneering gym and ELITE performance centre, alongside a stunning events pavilion that seats up to 180 guests with a unique and glamorous champagne and cocktail bar.
Grantley Hall aims to be a leading UK luxury hotel and wellness retreat, bringing a touch of vibrant city centre style to the Yorkshire countryside. We will create a long-lasting legacy that celebrates the rich heritage and history of Grantley Hall. Offering a distinctly different and diverse range of experiences and exceptional customer service, and combined with the warmth of our welcome, and relaxed Yorkshire charm we aim to create memorable moments for our guests to cherish and a magical place for our friends and colleagues to work.
Magical | Respectful | Innovative | Passionate | Consistent
Our 180 cover contemporary venue is nestled in the Japanese gardens has its own private terrace. It will host spectacular weddings, private gala dinners and large conferences and meetings.
We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to assist and support the the F&B Director in ensuring that.
Benefits
31 days annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing with service, Simply Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistant Line, discounts with some fantastic Yorkshire attractions access to our Grantley Gateway reward, recognition and wellbeing platform
- Operating the Grantley Suite, Marquee operations kitchen to the required five star standards outlined in the Procedure Guidelines.
- Be able to competently supervise the operation of the Grantley Suite kitchen.
- To lead, manage and inspire your staff to deliver outstanding food.
- Responsible for rotas/staffing levels.
- Responsible for maintaining good staff welfare.
- Training and development of all staff using the company procedures.
- To hold weekly team meetings and feedback management decisions in a positive way, and let the General Manager know of any feedback that needs to come up from the staff
- Undertake monthly stock takes and overseeing and ordering of stock.
- Responsible for H&S, FSA requirements, Allergy Laws and Hygiene ratings
Key Skills, Qualities & Experience
- Have excellent knowledge of rational regen menu system.
- Have considerable experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a 5 star operation and can cook and create menus to a minimum 3 rosette standard.
- To have outstanding customer service skills, communicating with clients with regards to event planning.
- To be presentable and smart in appearance at all times.
- To treat customers and team members with respect.
- To enjoy going the extra mile for guests, in providing them an enjoyable experience
Company
Nestled in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales between Ripon and Harrogate, and only a stone’s throw away from the World Heritage Site of Fountains Abbey, you will find the enchanting retreat that is Grantley Hall. The Grade II* listed mansion house is currently benefitting from a multi-million pound makeover creating a stunning, five star, luxury country house hotel and spa, combined with an extensive range of exquisite restaurants and bars and introducing an ELITE performance centre which will offer an unrivalled range of facilities and equipment across the United Kingdom.
The restoration of Grantley Hall will restore the main house back to its original 17th Century glory alongside two new buildings which will offer modern and stylish accommodation and public areas. The hotel will offer 47 opulent rooms and suites, four exquisite restaurants – ranging from signature fine dining to elaborate Pan-Asian cuisine and three sophisticated bars, including a late-night champagne and cocktail bar with live entertainment. A private events suite is also being created which will offer a fabulous venue for weddings and corporate events.
The private grounds will offer a magical setting for all guests; from the landscaped formal gardens with its’ bespoke sculptures and water features to the English Heritage listed Japanese Garden, there are quiet spaces and far reaching views for all to enjoy.
The quality of the hotel will be matched only by the service levels which will inspire and delight at every touch. We look forward to welcoming our guests and friends to enjoy the Grantley Hall Experience.
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