Purpose of the role

As the Meeting and Events Chef you are central to our kitchen. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality food experiences for meetings, corporate functions, weddings, conferences, and other private or public events. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary skills, a passion for presentation, and the ability to execute menus that delight guests and exceed client expectations. There is also an understanding that when required this role will include service duties outside of M&E, for example supporting the delivery of the Breakfast/Lunch and Dinner.

Key Responsibilities

People

●      Team-Oriented – Fosters a collaborative and respectful working environment

●      Strong Leadership & Communication

●      Assign and delegate, where required, prep tasks effectively to ensure timely service setup.

●      Maintain prep lists and MEP schedules for current and upcoming service days.

●      Foster strong communication with the FOH/M&E team and management for seamless service

●      Support the team in food safety and H&S procedures.

●      Communicate any challenges, conflicts, or updates to the management team.

Places

●      Oversee daily M&E kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.

●      Maintain the highest food standards by ensuring adherence to recipes, specifications, and plating guidelines. Ensure all dishes are prepared with consistency, following proper cooking methods and presentation standards. Conduct regular taste tests. Monitor food quality during service. Follow the “Menu changes” policy.

●      Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations (HACCP), hygiene standards, and allergen management.

●      Ensure cleaning schedules are completed and documented, including deep cleans.

●      Ensure proper PPE use (COSHH).

●      Stay on top of COGS% control and work toward achieving agreed targets, proactively addressing any variances.

●      Follow the “Menu changes” policy to ensure all menu changes at Winnie's are executed smoothly, maintaining compliance with food safety regulations.

●      Oversee completion of due diligence, checklists, and all temperature checks (fridges/freezers, cooking/reheating, cooling, etc.).

●      100% completion of Alert65 tasks is expected. Please refer to our internal Food safety guide for guidance.

●      Ensure all food is stored safely and in compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

●      Maintain proper food labelling procedures and ensure team adherence. Please refer to Winnie’s labelling procedure for guidance.

●      In the event of an accident, provide immediate assistance, report to management, and document the incident appropriately..

●      Assign and delegate prep tasks effectively to ensure timely service setup.

●      Maintain prep lists and schedules for current and upcoming service days.

●      Place and receive orders and process invoices through Nory, ensuring accuracy and timely stock replenishment + Store & save invoices.

●      Inspect deliveries, addressing any discrepancies with suppliers.

●      Ensure an adequate supply of cleaning products and consumables is maintained.

Planet

●      Enthusiastic About Room2’s Brand & Vision – Aligns with Winnie's and Room2’s values of sustainability.

●      Passionate About Food & Sustainability – A genuine love for cooking and a commitment to sustainable practices.

●      Place and receive orders and process invoices through , ensuring accuracy and timely stock replenishment. Inspect deliveries, addressing discrepancies.

●      Monitor and record food waste to reduce unnecessary loss.

●      Conduct regular stock takes and inventory counts.

●      Ensure an adequate supply of cleaning products and consumables is maintained.

●      Assist with the organisation and booking of duct cleaning services.

●      Ensure supplier SALSA certifications are up to date.

●      Support the management team with training and risk assessments, including HACCP, COSHH.

Skills and Qualities

●      Enthusiastic About Room2’s Brand & Vision – Aligns with Winnie's and Room2’s values of sustainability, comfort, and community.

●      Team-Oriented – Fosters a collaborative and respectful working environment

●      Passionate About Food & Sustainability – A genuine love for cooking and a commitment to sustainable practices.

●      Strong Communication – Can effectively collaborate and support a diverse kitchen/M&E team.

●      Customer-Focused – Understands the importance of guest satisfaction and consistency in food offerings.

●      Multiskilled – Worked in M&E settings alongside a day to day kitchen operation.

Purpose of the role

As the Meeting and Events Chef you are central to our kitchen. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality food experiences for meetings, corporate functions, weddings, conferences, and other private or public events. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary skills, a passion for presentation, and the ability to execute menus that delight guests and exceed client expectations. There is also an understanding that when required this role will include service duties outside of M&E, for example supporting the delivery of the Breakfast/Lunch and Dinner.

Key Responsibilities

People

●      Team-Oriented – Fosters a collaborative and respectful working environment

●      Strong Leadership & Communication

●      Assign and delegate, where required, prep tasks effectively to ensure timely service setup.

●      Maintain prep lists and MEP schedules for current and upcoming service days.

●      Foster strong communication with the FOH/M&E team and management for seamless service

●      Support the team in food safety and H&S procedures.

●      Communicate any challenges, conflicts, or updates to the management team.

Places

●      Oversee daily M&E kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.

●      Maintain the highest food standards by ensuring adherence to recipes, specifications, and plating guidelines. Ensure all dishes are prepared with consistency, following proper cooking methods and presentation standards. Conduct regular taste tests. Monitor food quality during service. Follow the “Menu changes” policy.

●      Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations (HACCP), hygiene standards, and allergen management.

●      Ensure cleaning schedules are completed and documented, including deep cleans.

●      Ensure proper PPE use (COSHH).

●      Stay on top of COGS% control and work toward achieving agreed targets, proactively addressing any variances.

●      Follow the “Menu changes” policy to ensure all menu changes at Winnie's are executed smoothly, maintaining compliance with food safety regulations.

●      Oversee completion of due diligence, checklists, and all temperature checks (fridges/freezers, cooking/reheating, cooling, etc.).

●      100% completion of Alert65 tasks is expected. Please refer to our internal Food safety guide for guidance.

●      Ensure all food is stored safely and in compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

●      Maintain proper food labelling procedures and ensure team adherence. Please refer to Winnie’s labelling procedure for guidance.

●      In the event of an accident, provide immediate assistance, report to management, and document the incident appropriately..

●      Assign and delegate prep tasks effectively to ensure timely service setup.

●      Maintain prep lists and schedules for current and upcoming service days.

●      Place and receive orders and process invoices through Nory, ensuring accuracy and timely stock replenishment + Store & save invoices.

●      Inspect deliveries, addressing any discrepancies with suppliers.

●      Ensure an adequate supply of cleaning products and consumables is maintained.

Planet

●      Enthusiastic About Room2’s Brand & Vision – Aligns with Winnie's and Room2’s values of sustainability.

●      Passionate About Food & Sustainability – A genuine love for cooking and a commitment to sustainable practices.

●      Place and receive orders and process invoices through , ensuring accuracy and timely stock replenishment. Inspect deliveries, addressing discrepancies.

●      Monitor and record food waste to reduce unnecessary loss.

●      Conduct regular stock takes and inventory counts.

●      Ensure an adequate supply of cleaning products and consumables is maintained.

●      Assist with the organisation and booking of duct cleaning services.

●      Ensure supplier SALSA certifications are up to date.

●      Support the management team with training and risk assessments, including HACCP, COSHH.

Skills and Qualities

●      Enthusiastic About Room2’s Brand & Vision – Aligns with Winnie's and Room2’s values of sustainability, comfort, and community.

●      Team-Oriented – Fosters a collaborative and respectful working environment

●      Passionate About Food & Sustainability – A genuine love for cooking and a commitment to sustainable practices.

●      Strong Communication – Can effectively collaborate and support a diverse kitchen/M&E team.

●      Customer-Focused – Understands the importance of guest satisfaction and consistency in food offerings.

●      Multiskilled – Worked in M&E settings alongside a day to day kitchen operation.