Job Description: Head Chef
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. If you love real cooking with high-quality ingredients, this is your chance to shine in a supportive environment that values your skills and dedication.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare dishes to specification in a clean, safe kitchen environment.
- Oversee all kitchen operations, including prep and par management for each shift.
- Lead and motivate the kitchen team, including training and recruitment of staff.
- Manage kitchen KPIs such as food costs, labor, and food safety standards.
What We Offer:
- Overtime pay for hours worked beyond contracted hours.
- Staff meals on every shift and 50% staff discount outside of working hours.
- 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), pro-rata.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 2 years of service.
- Participation in company events like Loungefest and other incentives.
- Company pension scheme and long service awards.
- Financial wellbeing support via Wagestream.
- Opportunities for personal development and career progression.
- Tips shared equally among team members.
- Christmas and Boxing Day off.
Ideal Candidate:
- Currently a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Sous Chef seeking your first Head Chef role.
- Experienced with fresh ingredients, food prep, and hygiene practices.
- Demonstrates strong work ethic, leadership, and active involvement in kitchen standards.
- Skilled in managing KPIs related to food, labor, and safety.
- Proven success in training and developing kitchen staff.
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