We are seeking a Head Chef to join our prestigious Culinary team. The Head Chef will report directly to the Venue Manager & will be a critical leader of our team.

Who We Are:

Convene is a premium hospitality company that designs & operates meeting, event, flexible office, & membership spaces. With a network of 38 locations across nine cities in the U.S. & UK, Convene thoughtfully combines beautiful yet intuitive design, fully-integrated technology services, & a warm & welcoming environment to create a turnkey solution for extraordinary meeting & work experiences. Founded in 2009 with the goal of bringing hospitality & lifestyle into traditional commercial real estate assets, Convene partners with the industrys top landlords to deliver increased value to their assets & premium experiences to their tenants. The company counts Hudsons Bay Company, Ares, & RXR Realty among its investors & has been named one of Americas 100 Most Promising Companies by Forbes & a Best Workplace by magazine, Fortune magazine, & Built In.  

What Youll Do: 

Were looking for a Head Chef to join Convenes prestigious culinary team. This position requires experience in high-volume environments with a focus on presentation & conference style catering. As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for the maintenance of budgeted food cost, ordering, menu development, food safety management system development, & inventory. 

• Oversee Convenes culinary program in the UK, including the development of menus, integrating local & seasonal elements, & setting up vendor & purchasing partnerships.
• Maintain high health & safety standards, including cleaning, kitchen maintenance, pest control, waste management protocols, & all related team training.
• Partner with the US-based Operations team to develop Convenes culinary presence in the UK. 
• Act as a hands-on & enthusiastic coach-centric leader for the culinary team.  Act in partnership with the operations team to deliver a best-in-class client experience.
• Oversee all aspects of the kitchen including hiring & training, safety & sanitation, adherence to local regulations, equipment maintenance, & incorporation of sustainability best practices.
• Oversee labor management & scheduling for your team, including departmental payroll.
• Develop a strong working relationship with building management.
• Display passion for increasing knowledge of the culinary field through collaborative development & curation of menus & specials

What We Look For: 

• Minimum 5  years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree of training
• Proven experience hiring & leading culinary teams 
• High-end & high-volume event experience
• Flexibility & willingness to ensure a successfully run property
• Fine dining experience highly desirable
• Extensive catering experience including high volume, complex foodservice operations experience desirable
• Comprehensive knowledge & interest of food & catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, & presentation
• Leading pre-shifts & recurring property leadership meetings
• Strong cooking & knife skills required
• Positive & enthusiastic approach to all assignments
• Ability to work well with others & have good communication skills
• Cheerful, presentable, & helpful when dealing with customers

Were Here For You: 

Health & Wellness

• Private medical insurance
• Subsidised eye care
• Subsidised fitness membership
• Employee Assistance Program: well-being support & personal advice programme

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, & company sick pay
• Financial Support & Benefits
• Bonus scheme
• Interest-free loan for rail season tickets & further education
• Subsidised bicycle purchase through Cycle to Work scheme

Professional Development & Recognition

• Continuous professional & personal development support
• Employee recognition & reward programs to mark achievements & milestones

Community & Impact

• Opportunities to volunteer, donate, & participate in community give-back initiatives
• The opportunity to have a significant impact on your team & the business in the work that you do

Convene is committed to building an inclusive & diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer & welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities & perspectives. 

Please note: The candidate must currently reside in the UK & be able to work in the UK without sponsorship.