Job Opportunity: Head Chef
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations at SHMS Caux. This role is ideal for a culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated to contribute to both operational excellence and student development.
Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Operations
- Lead and manage all kitchen operations across multiple outlets, including student dining, banqueting, and special events.
- Ensure consistent quality, presentation, and service standards.
- Develop creative, seasonal menus adapted to an international student body.
- Oversee food production for daily operations and large-scale events.
- Plan and execute catering for internal and external events, including VIP functions and graduation ceremonies.
Team Leadership
- Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff.
- Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative working environment.
- Support team development through coaching and performance management.
Student Engagement & Training
- Support the practical training of students within kitchen operations.
- Act as a mentor by demonstrating professional culinary techniques and standards.
- Collaborate with academic teams to align operational activities with learning objectives.
Food Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with HACCP standards and Swiss food safety regulations.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and workplace safety.
- Monitor stock rotation, storage, and labeling procedures.
Cost Control & Procurement
- Manage food costs in line with budget targets.
- Oversee inventory, purchasing, and supplier coordination.
- Implement waste reduction and sustainable practices.
Profile & Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef, ideally within the hospitality industry or high-volume operations for at least 4 years.
- Culinary diploma or equivalent professional training.
- Strong knowledge of international cuisine.
- Experience in large-scale catering and banqueting.
- Solid understanding of HACCP and food safety standards.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Experience in training or mentoring is an advantage.
- Fluent in English and French.
What We Offer
- A unique working environment within a leading hospitality school.
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of future industry professionals.
- A dynamic, international workplace.
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.