Support the Executive Head Chef to develop an overall vision and plan for all food operations and outlets. Champion new, exciting food, with a focus on brand standards and sustainability
Take ownership of our central production unit kitchen, managing the team and output day-to-day
Work as part of the senior team in developing the culinary strategy and offers on an on-going basis, reacting to trends, supply changes and using your own expertise and passion to influence our offer
Set expectations, duties and workflows across your kitchen team and drive a collaborative and professional culture
Maintain the highest standards of quality within your team. Lead the kitchen to deliver excellent presentation, ensure all dishes are cooked to brand standard, and all health and safety practices followed
Work with the Executive Head Chef to create a rolling program of training focusing on skills and development, as well as addressing key issues such as allergen safety
Ensure waste management solutions are implemented and followed to reduce waste across all areas and achieve budgeted GP targets
Produce rosters in advance using Our Time to process schedules and payroll, in line with budgets
Identify talent within the team developing your staff wherever possible
Customer service focused.
Model company values of honesty, respect and fairness.
Passionate about delivering superior food and service.
Support all colleagues and win through teamwork.
Be prepared to assist colleagues in a willing and positive manner, including assisting with other duties and other units.
All company / client policies and procedures to be adhered to at all times.
To complete all relevant training sessions, within set timeframes
Expert culinary skills
Passionate about delivering great food and excellent service
An experienced people-manager within a senior kitchen role
Business management within a kitchen environment, working to budgets, targets and deadlines
A pragmatic, organised and collaborative approach to your work
NVQ Lvl3 in professional cookery or equivalent
Intermediate food hygiene/Level 3
Microsoft proficient – use of Outlook, Teams and Excel.
Knowledge of a contract catering environment
Experience in payroll software, and stock management systems
Experience in a Head Chef role
Full, clean UK driving license
Free meals whilst on shift
Free tea and coffee
Free on-site gym membership
Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available
Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
Contributory pension scheme
Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes