Creative Executive Chef - Events
Company
This dynamic catering company has recently spread its wings under new management and is ready to relieve their customers of their worries. With a passion for flavor and presentation, they offer customized concepts ranging from stylish walking dinners and vibrant food stands to cozy barbecues and elaborate dinner arrangements. Through a customer-oriented approach, the caterer collaborates with clients to develop creative menus that meet their desires while also surprising their guests. Quality and taste are central; each dish is a work of art and every bite is a taste sensation. Ideal for a chef who values innovation and the creation of unique experiences.
Duties
As Executive Chef, you are responsible for the creative and culinary aspects of the organization. This involves interaction with clients, conducting tastings, and overseeing larger and important events.
- developing seasonal menus for various formats
- adjusting the menus in consultation with the client, cooking at tastings
- preparing recipes and weekly plans for the kitchen
- managing inventory and orders, in collaboration with local suppliers
- calculating food costs and overseeing the financial aspects of the department
- checking the presentation, taste, and quality during production and at events
- ensuring compliance with all obligations regarding HACCP and allergens
- training the kitchen team on new dishes
- motivating the team and stimulating their creativity
- collaborating with the manager, kitchen chef, and the sales department
Profile
For this position, we are looking for a
- experienced chef with the necessary product-and expertise and a creative mind
- creative, entrepreneurial and takes initiative
- passion for the profession and shares this joy with the team
- strong administrative skills, financial insight and knowledge of Excel
- people person, you know how to build relationships with both suppliers and customers
- strong leadership figure, you know how to inspire and motivate people
- experience with Catermonkey is a significant advantage
Offer
- involvement, space for creativity, opportunity for training and development
- good work-life balance, thanks to a flexible schedule
- overtime is always paid out at the end of the month
- salary based on experience and expertise as an employee or self-employed
- company car with fuel card, meal vouchers, group insurance...
In short, everything you need for this challenging position in an inspiring environment!
Location
Tussen Gent en Kortrijk
Contact person
Delfine van Hoeve - Quality Seekers