Head Chef Lounge

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Head Chef to join the founding location of the 67 Pall Mall Members’ Club, located in the heart of London’s St. James’s.

67 Pall Mall is a Private Members’ Club, founded by wine lovers, for wine lovers, and is home to the finest wine list in the world.

At 67 Pall Mall our Events are a key factor of 67. We are seeking a vibrant individual to join our team on a full-time basis. This is an opportunity to work at one of the premier Members Clubs in the world.

If you are seeking a fantastic new role where you benefit from consistent training, the ability to develop in a thriving, successful and charismatic team, we would love to hear from you.

ABOUT 67 PALL MALL

With 5,000+ wines representing 52 countries, with 1,200 available by-the-glass, the award-winning 67 Pall Mall is the home of fine wine.

The Club boasts a 17-strong sommelier team, many of whom are winners of several international competitions and elected #1 sommeliers in London.

Members benefit from the low-margin wine list and can store their own wines at the Club in our original 1930s bank vault. They also have access to an impressive events calendar, and much more.

67pallmall.tv, the world’s first 4k wine tv channel, is an extension of the Club, accessible to all on demand.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To strategically, financially and creatively oversee the management of one of our kitchens at 67 Pall Mall, ensuring the consistent production of outstanding food and menus whilst maintaining a first-rate team of passionate individuals. 
• Ensuring all produce is purchased within company guidelines and that stock is controlled to the agreed standards maintaining GP margins within agreed budget. 
• To ensure the kitchen is efficiently always staffed and that weekly rota’s are written according to business needs and that staff are trained in all aspects of each kitchen section ensuring flexibility. 
• To be responsible for the daily control of the kitchens ensuring that all food is always produced and presented to the highest standards. 
• To ensure that menus are updated regularly mindful of seasonality.
• To constantly keep up to date with current goings on in the industry, i.e., food trends, new restaurant openings etc. 
• To manage the Kitchen team ensuring appraisals and job chats are conducted regularly and within Company standards. 
• To work closely with the HR department in recruitment and retention, career progression and planning, for the Department and within Company standards always. 
• To show due diligence and to ensure that the department has outstanding and consistent hygiene practices, and that the department adheres to cleaning rotas and standard procedures. 
• To cater for Private Events in the club as required. 
• Ensure all health & safety and food safety guidelines within the kitchen. 
• Drive our focus and continue to create a positive working environment giving our people a work/life balance. 
• To be financially aware on revenue generating opportunities and manage costs.

BENEFITS

• Staff food on duty
• 29 days holiday (bank holidays included)
• Opportunity to take part in WSET/CMS training and other courses
• Opportunity to progress further in role within the company 
• Staff Members can order wines at our wholesale prices through our wine buying team
• Private Health and Dental care 
• Pension Scheme 
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Uniform provided
• 25% discount on dining at the Club
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Season ticket loan scheme 

67 Pall Mall prides itself on maintaining equal opportunities for all employees.