£34,000 + Bonus Structure + Tips & Tronc
We are looking for a Head Chef with enthusiasm to succeed in a busy kitchen. The ideal candidate will have experience working with fresh food and a passion for creating recipes. As the leader of our food crew, you'll be a valuable part of a team that thrives on the pressure of working in a busy food operation. You'll work alongside our Chefs as part of a tight-knit team in an exciting, fast-moving environment, preparing fresh locally sourced ingredients.
* A clear pathway for further training to develop your skills to progress in the company
* 50% Discount on food and drink
* An independent culture where your ideas matter
Who we need
* Someone who is honest, shows resilience and takes pride in every dish
* Someone who has a genuine love for cooking
* Experience working in a busy, fresh food kitchen is essential
* A team leader with plenty of energy and stamina, who enjoys leading a tight knit team
Duties
* Leadership and management of an established kitchen team, recruitment, training, and ongoing development
* Development of new seasonal dishes in collaboration with the Director of Food
* Menu planning and costing, stock control and training
* A strong focus on maintaining food safety, health & safety, and HACCP guidelines
* Working to financial targets, including GPs and labour controls. Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes within your speciality
* Monitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margin
Skills
* A minimum of 12-month experience at Sous Chef level is required.
* Great cooking skills
* A cool head
* An ability to delegate appropriately
* Organisational flair
* A strong understanding of profit margins