AddressThe Balmoral is located at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. Our hotel’s majestic clock defines the city’s skyline and since the day we opened in 1902 it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.
The Position
Are you an innovative, motivated and highly skilled chef? Excited to work in a dynamic fine-dining environment? Ready to make your mark in the kitchen of a world-leading luxury hotel? Then Rocco Forte Hotels would love to invite you to join us as our Banqueting Head Chef.
As a pivotal member of our management team, you will be responsible for the flawless running of the kitchens guiding your dedicated team to deliver exceptional dishes of the world-class calibre Rocco Forte guests expect. You will be responsible for all the culinary offerings in Meeting and Events for up to 400 guests, Afternoon Tea, In Room Dining and Team Member Restaurant.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Promote The Balmoral to becoming a recognised culinary destination by creating memorable guests’ experiences. uncompromised passion for excellence.
- Develop, motivate, supervise, and coach departmental team members in maintaining a culture in compliance with mission and values.
- Ensure personnel, physical and environmental hygiene is maintained in adherence to all compliance guidelines.
- Produce all the food required for the assigned kitchens while controlling ordering and requisitions in order to meet budgets.
Other skills that will need to be demonstrated include:
- Ability to manage a large kitchen operation
- Exceptional culinary skills
- Superior leadership qualities
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent command of the English language
- A passion and innovation for culinary delights
- A high standard of personal presentation
- Confident, professional and welcoming personality
This position requires an active role within the management team and will include attendance at daily/weekly meetings, monitoring budgets and food costs.
You must be passionate about bringing the best seasonal, local produce into multiple environments and will manage and motivate your team to ensure they consistently achieve culinary excellence – nurturing their personal and professional development.
Naturally, you will bring exceptional knowledge of high-end food and wine, as well a working knowledge of and experience with a wide variety of cuisines. You will also maintain the financial control of the department, working closely with the Executive Chef to ensure targets are hit and optimum profitability is achieved.
You will have experience in a similar high-end kitchen role and be given the support to further develop your skills and career with us.You must be highly motivated, have exceptional attention to detail and aim for service perfection at all times.
Ultimately, your talent, commitment and pride in your work will make you an integral part of the Culinary Team and Rocco Forte family.
Why join us at Rocco Forte Hotels?
At Rocco Forte Hotels, we are committed to giving our Team Members the skills and support required to deliver unrivaled service, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. As a member of The Balmoral team, you will also enjoy a fantastic range of perks, benefits, and rewards including:
- 29 days holiday per annum
- Occupational Pension Scheme
- Meals on Duty
- £25 per night discounted rates at Rocco Forte Hotels
- 50% discount on food and beverage
- 25% discount on Spa Treatments
- 20% discount on Health Spa products
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Recognition & Reward Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Local Retailer Discounts
- Employee Social Events
- Employee Assistance Programme
