Event & Culinary Head Chef (m/f/d)

About the role

The Hoxton, Charlottenburg in Berlin, the group's first German property, is looking for an Event & Culinary Head Chef to lead its culinary team and create memorable dining experiences. Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, you will oversee all back-of-house F&B operations and drive menu creation across all venues, including meetings and events.

Key responsibilities

• Create and execute high-quality food with attention to presentation, flavour and industry trends.
• Lead an international, dynamic culinary team and manage kitchen H&S and food hygiene standards.
• Run daily culinary operations for the meeting and events space, Charlotte's and room service.
• Ensure budget goals are met, focusing on food and labour costs, and attend weekly BEO meetings.
• Craft evolving culinary concepts for meetings and events and collaborate with the GME team and F&B operations.
• Take part in guest site inspections and event consultations, and supervise dish preparation for events.
• Manage ordering and receiving, run the adaco ordering system, perform inventory checks and minimise food waste.

Required profile

• 2+ years' experience as a Banquet Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a busy, multi-venue environment.
• Strong experience in meetings and events service.
• Proven track record managing large-volume kitchens and multiple concepts.
• Ability to work AM or PM shifts, weekends and holidays.
• German speaking, as interaction with meeting planners and guests is necessary.
• Ability to resolve conflicts with employees, supervisors and guests.

Required skills

• Skilled in multiple cooking styles and techniques, with knowledge of international and domestic dishes.
• Managerial skills to achieve budgeted KPIs in labour and COS%.

What we offer

• A competitive package with development opportunities and rewards.
• 28 holidays plus bank holidays and extra time off to volunteer with partner charities.
• Discounts across the Ennismore family, a BVG public transport ticket, and a free night and meal for two on joining.
• Food during shifts via a benefits card and vouchers, team events and a learning platform with over 6,000 training courses.