Overview
Are you a culinary leader with a passion for innovation and excellence? We are a forward-thinking, multi-venue business seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen team within our Wedding/Events Venue. With a proven track record in both culinary expertise and team management, you would deliver an exceptional wedding banquet to all wedding guests.
As a family-run business, we value innovation, passion, and dedication. This is a unique opportunity to shape the culinary direction of a thriving multi-venue enterprise, making a lasting impression on our newlyweds and their guests.
Are you ready to lead, innovate, and inspire? Apply now to join our team and take the next step in your culinary career!
Key Responsibilities:
* Team Leadership: Inspire, mentor, and manage the kitchen team, fostering a collaborative and efficient environment.
* Kitchen Operations: Create detailed prep lists to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, follow and maintain recipes and presentation standards, and safely and efficiently operate standard kitchen equipment.
* Food Cost Management: Monitor and control food cost to optimize profitability without compromising quality.
* Standards and Compliance: Maintain impeccable standards for food storage, rotation, quality, and appearance, ensuring strict compliance with health codes and safety regulations.
What we are looking for:
* Strong leadership and managerial skills with experience leading diverse teams across the kitchen spectrum, whether in Pastries, Cold, or Hot dishes.
* Culinary creativity and a commitment to excellence in both flavor and presentation.
* Solid understanding of food cost management and kitchen efficiency.
* A proactive and detail-oriented approach to maintaining hygiene and operational standards.
* Strong leadership abilities with experience in supervising and managing a team.
* Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
* Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
* Excellent communication skills to liaise with team members and other departments.
Join us as we strive for excellence in every dish we create!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Experience:
* Chef: 3 years (preferred)
* Cooking: 5 years (preferred)
* Menu planning: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 03/03/2025
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