Position Overview We are looking for an ambitious, creative, and hands-on Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented culinary professional who takes pride in crafting exceptional dishes from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, maintaining high kitchen standards, and fostering a collaborative team culture. Key Responsibilities * Menu Development: Design, test, and execute seasonal menus that balance creativity, profitability, and customer appeal. * Kitchen Operations: Oversee all daily kitchen operations, ensuring seamless service during peak hours. * Quality & Compliance: Maintain uncompromising standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness, and stock rotation. * Team Leadership: Hire, mentor, and schedule kitchen staff, fostering a positive, high-performing, and supportive work environment. * Inventory & Cost Control: Manage supplier relationships, order efficiently, monitor food wastage, and hit gross profit (GP) targets. What We Are Looking For * Proven experience working as a Head Chef or an ambitious Sous Chef ready for the next step. * A deep passion for high-quality food, bold flavours, and presentation. * Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of inspiring and managing a kitchen brigade under pressure. * Excellent organisational skills, financial awareness, and attention to detail. * Relevant food safety and hygiene qualifications
Head Chef in Taunton employer: Hews Recruit
Join a dynamic and supportive team as a Health and Safety Advisor, where your contributions will directly impact workplace safety and employee well-being. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development, offering numerous growth opportunities and training programmes tailored to enhance your skills. Located in a vibrant area, we provide a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements and a commitment to work-life balance, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
