Job description: Head Chef
Location: London, Clerkenwell
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £38,000 - £45,000
A stunning hospitality location in Clerkenwell for a newly refurbished restaurant and lounge operating in the evenings between Thursday – Sundays. We are looking for a talented Executive Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at our fantastic London location.
You will have previous experience of working within a fast-paced kitchen at Head Chef level. You will be excited to work with fresh seasonal ingredients & regularly changing bespoke menus which YOU create! You will be creative and have the opportunity to showcase your skillset every day. The ideal candidate will need to be trendy and enjoy showcasing their flair for creating exciting dishes. This will be a very fast-paced and demanding role which will require high levels of organisation and multi-tasking.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS (TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES):
1. Being responsible for product consistency and dish presentation management.
2. Health & Safety management.
3. Commitment to planning varied menus and placing of orders.
4. Must ensure that all production, storage and service areas and equipment are maintained in a hygienic and clean condition, demonstrating a thorough understanding of food safety and health and safety legislation.
5. Ensure the prompt service of all meals and service at all times to the company/client standards. Restock and replenish stocks and consumables as required during service.
6. To plan exciting and varied menus and rotas, placing of orders.
7. Ensure all necessary checks are carried out in the service and associated areas for food temperatures.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
* A genuine interest in food & excellent customer service skills.
* Excellent client relationship skills.
* Strong team working abilities, listening skills, and the ability to work on own initiative, impeccable personal presentation, hygiene, and behaviour towards others. Food hygiene certificate preferred.
* The ability to be adaptable and flexible as necessary.
* Willingness to learn new skills and take on additional responsibility.
Knowledge / Competencies:
* Proficient in English and confident communicating at all levels.
* Experience in hospitality environment.
* Experience in high volume hospitality.
* Hold at least a level 3 food hygiene qualification.
Benefits:
* Free meals on duty.
* Volunteers leave - up to one day per year.
* Recommend a friend bonus.
* Individual training and development.
* Fun and collaborative team atmosphere.
Diversity and Inclusion at DRIP London:
We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion. We would like to invite applications from groups who are currently under-represented because we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life.
Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time
Schedule: 5pm-2am
Salary: £38,000 – £45,000 yearly
About Drip London:
Our restaurant/lounge is a place for people to come and enjoy a fun and chilled experience with great food and good vibes.
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