At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead our kitchen team and create exceptional Italian dishes with passion and creativity.
- Company: Harry's, where rustic charm meets culinary excellence in a vibrant atmosphere.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, bonuses, extra holiday, and 100% staff discount for you and friends.
- Other info: Join a caring team that values individuality and offers great career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape the culinary direction and make a real impact in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Head Chef, strong culinary skills, and leadership abilities required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 33500 £ per year.
Harry's is where rustic charm meets culinary excellence amidst rich, dark wood accents and traditional Italian Hospitality.
Our restaurants are a haven of Italian Flavors, with a special emphasis on pasta and pizza's crafted with care and attention to detail.
Job Description
Head Chef , you will be at the forefront of our kitchen operations, shaping the culinary direction of the establishment.
Your role involves leading the kitchen team, maintaining high standards of food quality, monitoring KPI’s and ensuring operational efficiency.
This is a pivotal leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to excellence.
Responsibilities
- Lead the team through positive and constructive methods.
- Achieving consistent GP results.
- Accurate Labour forecast to ensure that targets are achieved.
- Maintain a high customer satisfaction score.
- Ensure the Prep Team & Goods receiver are following management instructions.
- Precise ordering to ensure full menu availability and minimum wastage.
- Looking after staff wellbeing, working towards high staff retention.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain high food standards.
- Pioneer a positive work environment and fostering teamwork.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a
Head Chef or similar role in a busy kitchen environment.
- Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality and creativity.
- Leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Complete understanding of EBITDA & GP.
- Understanding Pn L’s to make positive cuts, increasing overall profit.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Experience in organising and leading a large kitchen team.
Benefits & rewards
Competitive Industry pay
(based on salary & Tronc).
Additionally, all managers receive an element of variable tronc.
Eligible for a discretionary bonus scheme , based on performance against company KPIs.
Annual Bonus based on site performance.
Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years .
100% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
- Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
Career Development and Training , including Apprenticeships.
Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more.
Join our culinary team as
Head Chef to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
About us
Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.
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Head Chef employer: Harry's Restaurants
At Harry's Glasgow, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values culinary excellence and a supportive work culture. As the Head Chef, you will not only lead a passionate kitchen team but also enjoy competitive pay, generous staff discounts, and opportunities for career development, all within a vibrant environment inspired by traditional Italian hospitality. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences while fostering a positive atmosphere that prioritises staff wellbeing and growth.
