Hospitality Talents, a recruitment agency specialized in Hospitality profiles, is currently looking for an experienced and highly motivated Executive Chef to join the team of our client in Ghent.
Our client is a new, state-of-the-art convention center in Gent, Belgium, featuring 4 distinct F&B outlets, large events & banqueting spaces and 400 hotel rooms. The venue can accommodate +350 delegates, offering a premier setting for events, conferences, and hospitality.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Chef to lead the culinary team. The ideal candidate will oversee all kitchen operations, ensure high-quality food production, and manage a diverse team to deliver exceptional dining experiences across our multiple F&B outlets.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement innovative menus that cater to a variety of events and client preferences.
- Ensure consistent food quality and presentation across all outlets.
- Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling.
- Oversee inventory management, ordering, and budgeting to maintain cost efficiency.
- Maintain strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Collaborate with the events team to customize menus for special events and conferences.
- Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and professional development.
- Handle customer feedback and make necessary adjustments to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef or senior chef role in a high-volume, multi-outlet setting.
- Culinary degree or equivalent certification.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
- Proficiency in menu engineering and cost control.
- Knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety regulations.
- Fluency in English, Dutch appreciated; additional languages are a plus.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A competitive salary with a local full time contract (no visa sponsorship)
- Good benefits (no housing/no accommodation)
- The opportunity to work in a modern, dynamic environment.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
- A collaborative and supportive team culture.
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À propos de nous
Hospitality Talents est une agence de recrutement spécialisée dans les métiers de l'hôtellerie et qui se consacre à trouver et à recruter les meilleures profils du marché. Nous nous engageons à recruter des professionnels qualifiés et expérimentés pour pourvoir les postes vacants dans votre hôtel ou restaurant. Notre mission principale est de répondre aux besoins des hôteliers et des restaurateurs en leur sélectionnant des candidats compétents et correspondant à leurs attentes.