Head of Kitchens - Internal Catering & Events F/H

As part of a replacement, we are looking for a Head of Kitchens for Internal Catering & Events F/H on a CDI contract, as soon as possible. The main missions are as follows:

Pedagogy: Participate in the design, development, and improvement of programs, in connection with the dedicated pedagogical teams; Ensure the acquisition of technical knowledge and the pedagogical progression of students; Participate in pedagogical activities (class councils, end-of-study juries, teacher/professor meetings, open days, etc.); Develop creativity by choosing innovative pedagogical tools; Ensure the monitoring of students during professional rotations in the internal catering venues, in connection with the pedagogical teams; Control and monitor the quality of MESP (professional situational settings) through student feedback, in collaboration with the training chefs, and take corrective measures if necessary; Participate in promotion operations at the school, in France, and abroad.

Operational: Ensure the management and steering of the internal restaurants (F&B, Square Flaveur, Rose Kitchen.) across different types of offers: Collective catering, brasserie, street food, snacking; Ensure the management and steering of internal and external events; Ensure the creation of menus in connection with the Nutritionist and the Chefs of each establishment; Participate in the development of the internal catering offer and services; Manage the assignment of Chefs in the various catering venues; Ensure ordering and stock management in connection with the storeroom; Manage dedicated budgets, control and monitor production/material costs; Lead practical and theoretical classes in French or English; Ensure compliance and proper functioning of equipment and laboratories (maintenance, repair, inventory); Control the application of hygiene and safety standards in the kitchens (PMS, Epack Hygiène).

Team Management: Supervise HR management (scheduling, absence, training, annual interview, integration) of the kitchen teams in the various internal catering venues; Participate in their skill development and ensure their replacement if needed; Identify recruitment needs and participate in the recruitment process, in connection with the HR department; Conduct the annual pedagogical assessment of the Chefs de Cuisine.

This list is not exhaustive and you may be required to carry out cross-functional missions contributing to the performance of the department.

What if you were THE person we need? You have a successful experience of at least 10 years in a similar position in the field of collective and/or bistronomic catering, events, and you are perfectly comfortable with current culinary techniques. Proficiency in English (minimum B2 level) is indispensable for this position. Autonomous, dynamic, you have a real team spirit and know how to communicate clearly and concisely. You are recognized for your interpersonal skills, your reactivity, and your versatility. Equipped with analytical capacity, proactivity and rigor are undeniable assets for succeeding in this position.

• Contract: CDI
• Working time: full time
• Status: Cadre Forfait Jour (216 days / year)
• Remuneration: 50K€ - 60K€ gross annual + 10% objective bonus
• Workplace: Campus d'Ecully, 69130
• Collective agreement: Organisme de formation, IDCC 1516

The recruitment process at Institut Lyfe:

1. Telephone pre-qualifications with the HR department (20-30 min)
2. In-person job interview with the Manager (1h)
3. Optional: 2nd job interview with the Director (30 min)