At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic kitchen, create exciting menus, and manage a talented team.
- Company: Independent grill and smokehouse restaurant with a focus on fresh, local produce.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a great work/life balance.
- Other info: Opportunity for career progression and to work with top-notch kitchen equipment.
- Why this job: Make your mark in a prestigious venue and elevate the local dining scene.
- Qualifications: 5+ years as a chef, strong leadership skills, and experience in high-volume kitchens.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 40000 £ per year.
A talented head chef is required for a fast-paced casual fine dining grill and smokehouse restaurant commutable to Chesterfield, Bakewell & Sheffield. Recently opened, with all meats brined & smoked in-house, and all produce coming from the family estate, this is an ideal platform to establish yourself on the local dining scene.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute menus that meet the needs of the restaurant's customers
- Manage the kitchen staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling
- Ensure that all food is prepared according to health and safety standards
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
- Work with the restaurant's management team to ensure that the kitchen is operating efficiently
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience as a Chef in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
- Experience in menu planning
- Experience working in a smokehouse style kitchen would be an advantage
- Experience working as a head chef in a fresh food led kitchen is a must
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of food safety compliance and latest allergen regulations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
If this sounds like the ideal position for you then send your CV and cover letter through the link here.
Head Chef in Chesterfield employer: DISH
Join a dynamic and independent group as the Head Chef at our grill and smokehouse restaurant in Chesterfield, where you will enjoy a superb work/life balance with a 40-hour working week. Benefit from a competitive salary package, menu autonomy, and the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills using fresh produce sourced from our family estate, all while being part of a supportive team that values career progression and personal development.
