Head Chef / Sous Chef
VANRATH are excited to be partnering with a well-established restaurant in Belfast to recruit experienced chefs. Our client has a strong reputation for quality cooking and outstanding service and is building its kitchen team ahead of a busy period. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious chef to step into a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen with real scope to develop.
Location
Belfast
Salary
Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours
Full-time, permanent
About the Role
Key Responsibilities
- Cooking fresh, high-quality dishes to a consistent standard during busy, high-volume service
- Running a section or the kitchen, taking ownership of every plate that leaves the pass
- Working alongside the Executive Chef on specials and menu development
- Supporting the training and development of junior chefs
- Controlling stock and wastage, and helping drive kitchen efficiency
- Upholding food safety, health & safety and hygiene standards at all times
What You Will Need
Essential
- At least 3 years' experience at Senior Chef de Partie level or above in a quality restaurant or busy kitchen
- Experience running a section, or the pass, in a high-volume kitchen
- Experience training and developing junior chefs
- Working knowledge of stock control, ordering and waste management
- Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification or above, with working knowledge of HACCP
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
Desirable
- Current or previous experience as a Sous Chef or Head Chef
- Level 3 Food Hygiene / Food Safety qualification
- Experience in menu development, dish costing and GP management
- Experience in rota planning and kitchen administration
- A background in premium or fine dining restaurants
Benefits
- Competitive salary on a structured payscale
- Flexible rotas with a genuine work-life balance
- Private healthcare
- Staff discounts
- Clear progression opportunities
- A supportive, passionate team
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Head Chef / Sous Chef employer: VANRATH
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