Head Chef Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the head chef position.

Previously, I was responsible for strategic direction to develop food within specified cost parameters to ensure the achievement of business targets (guest count, margin, menu mix and sales) while delivering on flavor requirements.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Be competent on the ADACO system involving placement of food orders and disposables
• Ensure that the dry store par levels are maintained and stocks are rotated effectively
• Check that all food venues orders are to the correct levels
• Ensure that the weekly rota is to the current levels in conjunction with the forecasted revenue and the ‘One Team One Rota’ is applicable when necessary
• Support the goal of reducing working hours wherever possible and keeping control of lieu hours, holidays and Bank Holidays to the agreed levels
• To ensure weekly contact with suppliers to ensure that seasonality of products are ensured
• Attend or have representation at all menu tastings with photographs where applicable
• To be fully conversant and make good use of Microsoft Outlook e-mail system

I would like to submit my application for the head chef opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support and leadership to accomplish our Medallia and Meeting Scope food quality score.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Work schedule is from Monday to Friday
• Leading the Kitchen operations for the hotel, ensuring our high standards are maintained
• Design, implement and individualise restaurant, bar and conference menus, ensuring that these are fully trained to the Kitchen brigade
• Lead and develop our skilled and ambitious Kitchen team
• Manage the purchasing and delivery of all food items to the hotel
• Manage the Kitchen budget, with support from the Director of Food & Beverage to ensure set targets are achieved
• Take full responsibility for the Fire, H&S and Food Safety requirements for the Kitchen
• Paid holiday & chances to gain recognised internal accolades

I would like to submit my application for the head chef opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for leadership for the implementation of the current global food safety - microbiological management program, ensuring the environment is microbiologically safe to manufacture food products.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• To ensure all Food & Beverage procedures and standards are as per the current European Minimum Standards
• To communicate and support the Food & Beverage development strategy and Culinary Calendar of all products
• The person will need to be inspirational and a highly creative outlook and full conversed with current trends and outlook with very much emphasis on thinking beyond the convenient
• This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, creative chef who loves to work, teach develop a team of chefs
• Proven experience within a high volume environment
• ​Experience in banquets/catering, higher education, business dining or comparable service considered an asset
• Prior experience, cooking and managing in a fast paced, creative culinary environment
• Advanced FST an asset

I am excited to be applying for the position of head chef. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for high quality, nutritious food to our employees & clients.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Have a proven track record in the management of a large team in a busy and demanding environment
• Have a sound working knowledge of all current Food Safety Legislation and Policies
• Willing to undertake mandatory and refresher training as appropriate to the role, including Food Safety level 3, Food Hygiene, Manual Handling, Health & Safety, COSHH and Fire Safety
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record and adequate experience in a similar role
• Willing to support new members of staff, within a mentoring role
• Inspire and motivate the team to achieve food to specification, therefore achieving sales and profit
• Train and develop chefs and catering team to deliver food to Company specification
• Assist in performance review of all staff on an ongoing basis

I am excited to be applying for the position of head chef. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for food items prepared and presented according to set standards at all times, monitoring for taste, visual appeal, and established portions.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Pension & access to share scheme
• Comprehensive training in all aspects
• Advanced level certification in food safety, preferably at level 3 or higher
• Prior experience in a branded environment
• Competitive salary and pension contribution scheme
• Company incentive plan and private medical insurance
• Hotel pre-opening experience of great advantage
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - We are looking for someone with a sincere passion for working with others and creating a difference in our workplace