Head Chef

About us

Want to be part of something UNIQUE in Oxford City Centre?

Close to the heart of Oxford, on the banks of the River Thames, lies voco Oxford Thames hotel. With a history dating back to the Middle Ages, the hotel’s surroundings have an intriguing story to tell. voco Oxford Thames combines its medieval character with 21st-century style to create a unique setting for memorable meetings, conferences, and weddings alike, Dining at the voco Oxford Thames is a relaxed affair; discover British classics in the restaurant, enjoy pub favourites in the bar, or take afternoon tea either in the conservatory or out on the terrace.

 

Your day to day

So, this is what the role is all about. We are looking for an Head Chef to Lead our kitchen teams to success. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the Head Chef is responsible for overseeing the day to day running and the planning of the hotel Kitchen operations. They will ensure the delivery of exceptional and unique service standards across all areas.

As  Head Chef you’ll direct all kitchen activities and prepare our delicious food - helping create memorable experiences for guests - whenever and wherever they dine. You’ll also ensure quality, kitchen maintenance, and inventory functions kept to our high standards - to make sure your kitchens are always running smoothly.

As our Head Chef you will create and foster an environment that is team-oriented, professional and delivers a sharing service culture within the area that will ensure the experience leaves the guest feeling reassured and taken care of.

You will ensure our products are continually developing our food & drinks products to ensure it is positioned as the market leader in Oxford.

 

What we need from you

We are looking for a self-motivated forward-thinking Head Chef with a strong Culinary experience as well as proven management experience within a lifestyle, multi-outlet Kitchen environment within a 4* property.

You will have previously supervised a large kitchen team in lifestyle, luxury, or resort hotel with multiple major food and beverage outlets and banquet facilities with capacity to cater to more than 200 people.

Our ideal candidate will need to demonstrate high levels of guest focus and display that they have a solid financial and commercial awareness. You will be a confident communicator with the ability to lead and develop your team and influence across all areas of the business.

As Head Chef you will have a hands-on approach and take a proactive role within the Kitchen, ensuring your expertise is used to produce and train the best Chefs in Oxford.

You will be an inspirational leader, who is passionate in delivering extraordinary guest experiences and who takes pride in sharing success with your team. 

 

What we offer

This is an exceptional opportunity to join the Management team in one of Oxford’s most renowned hotels and offers excellent opportunities for career development and progression.

voco Oxford Thames, believes that heartfelt connections make people’s lives better. Our colleagues are empowered and encouraged to Host from the heart, to go above and beyond to create ridiculously personal experiences for each other and our guests.

Benefits:

  • £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, Dependent on Experience Plus 15% STI Bonus Plan.
  • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities
  • Opportunities for promotion and transfer across the group 
  • Access to Company Medical Scheme
  • 31 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with continued service.
  • Discounted international/worldwide room rates for yourself, family and friends 
  • Access to our Voluntary Benefits portal (HAPI Benefits), which includes discounts on some travel, leisure time activities, health, retail and motoring 
  • Long service awards which increase with length of service 
  • Excellent employee recognition programmes
  • Most importantly, we’ll give you the room to be yourself. 

If you feel you are the right candidate for the role as our Head Chef,? then please click ‘apply’ now!

We’d love to hear from you!

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