Head Chef

<p><strong>Empiria Group </strong>is is seeking to hire for our properties in <strong>Santorini</strong>:</p><p><strong>Head Chef</strong></p><p><strong>About us:</strong></p><p><strong>Empiria Group</strong>, owns, manages, and operates a unique collection of luxury hotels and villas, members of <strong>The Luxury Collection</strong> and <strong>Design Hotels</strong> of <strong>Marriott International</strong>, located in prime destinations around Greece, namely in Santorini, Paros and Peloponnese.</p><p>For over 30 years and through a team of over 300 associates, our dedication has been focused on creating space for joy through unique hospitality experiences, underpinned by our four fundamental values of finding joy, always elevating, exuding passion and being a leader.</p><p>At Empiria Group, our mission is to be the leaders in the art of elevated hospitality, guided by caring associates who wish to offer experiences that awaken inner joy and take Greek hospitality to new heights.</p><p><strong>About the role:</strong></p><p>As a Head Chef one assists in overseeing and directing all aspects of the operation of the kitchen, including food purchasing, preparation, and maintenance of quality standards. She/He shall manage the kitchen staff, plan and create menus, and ensure that food is prepared to a high standard of quality and presentation. The Head Chef also coordinates with other departments, such as front of house staff and management, to ensure that service runs smoothly and efficiently. </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p><strong>Key accountabilities</strong></p><ul> <li>Accountable for short and long-term planning of the department’s needs</li> <li>Develops and recommends budgets, labor cost plans and objectives and manages functions within those approved plans</li> <li>Coaches and counsels team members to reflect the brand’s SOPs in the department’s cooking standards and procedures</li> <li>Able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately</li> <li>Leads the kitchen management team and day-to-day operations, ensuring brand standards are being met</li> <li>Setting performance standards and monitoring performance</li> <li>Able to build a team which he/she will be inspiring daily</li> <li>Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are being met</li> <li>Works closely with the food safety officer to maintain high standards of hygiene</li> </ul><p><strong>Skills &amp; expertise</strong></p><ul> <li>A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position, preferably in hospitality, or the luxury industry</li> <li>Α degree in Culinary, or relevant field</li> <li>Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Good organizational and time management skills. </li> <li>Excellent knowledge of English, as well as any additional languages will be an advantage</li> </ul><p><strong>Candidate’s Profile</strong></p><ul> <li>Creative, innovative, proactive, and resourceful</li> <li>Excellent organizational skills </li> <li>Strong Team Builder with ability to coordinate effectively and motivate a team, towards the achievement of important organizational goal</li> </ul><p><br/></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p><strong>Empiria Group’s difference:</strong></p><ul> <li>Competitive remuneration package &amp; benefit</li> <li>Accommodation &amp; meals</li> <li>Ongoing training</li> <li>Career prospects on a transparent &amp; collaborative working environment</li> <li>Great Opportunities for career development within the company or other hotel members of <strong>Marriott International.</strong> </li> </ul><p>At <strong>Empiria Group</strong> we are proud to foster Equal Employment Opportunities regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>You provide the talent as we flourish the skills to unleash your full career potential.</strong></p><p><strong>Join our path of excellence!</strong></p>