Due to our ever-growing popularity, the Castle Inn, Spofforth has a vacancy for a:
Deputy Head Chef - Advertised package includes tronc/tips
Check us out on our website www.thecastleinnharrogate.com
Objectives/Purpose of Role
To prepare and deliver quality food efficiently whilst adhering to company standards and designated timings.
Supervise, train and motivate team members to maintain excellence and create exceptional culinary experiences that leave a lasting impression on guests.
Ensure all health and safety processes are being followed and standards are of the highest order maintaining a 5* EHO rating.
Support the Head Chef in their role and lead the kitchen in their absence.
Deliver 70% Food Gross profit alongside ensuring Specials/BBQs are delivered along with involvement in dish development & any in pub activities.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Ensure there is open communication with the entire team to deliver outstanding food and service, promoting a supportive atmosphere where you assist team members whenever possible.
- Ensure the right number of team are deployed based on the forecasted sales of the day by looking ahead to each shift, reviewing bookings and the weather but also taking on-shift action if food sales are quieter than forecast.
- Conducts team briefs and debriefs to communicate sales and targets, ensuring effective communication of results and performance to the team.
- Provide guidance and feedback to team members during shifts to enhance their skills and ensure the delivery of excellent food quality.
- Allocate job roles, and duties for the shift.
- Lead and contribute to team meetings, offering your valuable insights.
- Facilitate new team members training, induction and performance review, providing coaching and development to support their growth.
- Prepare, cook and present food quickly, safely and efficiently to brand standard.
- Ensure any guest queries and complaints are handled promptly and professionally.
- Take pride to always ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen and back of house areas.
- Work with the team to set-up and close the department and complete all stock rotation and prep and par process.
- Work safely with the kitchen equipment ensuring any maintenance issues are reported to the manager.
- Keep up to date with business information including GP, sales and Guest measure performance, promotions and new products.
- Participate in all in-house training, e-learning and the completion of assigned learning modules.
- Ensure wastage is kept to a minimum by ensuring the team follows company procedures and policies.
- Maintain accurate stock control through monitoring stock levels, placing orders, conducting delivery checks, and performing protein checks.
- Action deliveries and report any lost or damaged delivery stock to the manager.
- Always adhere to company standards, licensing laws and all company policies and procedures.
- Complete all appropriate documentation, due diligence records, daily and weekly cleaning tasks.
Key Skills & Behaviours
Do what I say I will
- Show accountability by taking ownership of tasks and delivering results proactively.
Think on my feet under pressure to keep things running smoothly
- Communicate effectively with both team members and guests, be open to feedback and collaborate to find practical solutions to any issues that arise.
Recognise people are different and adapt to suit their needs
- Promote a positive and inclusive work environment that values teamwork, open communication and diverse opinions, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and valued.
Step into change with curiosity and an open mind
- Embrace change with an open mind, demonstrating a genuine interest in learning new approaches, processes, and ideas by actively seeking information and asking questions.
Pull together when the going gets tough
- Display a collaborative and supportive approach during challenging times.
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The Inn opened in November 2016 following extensive renovation. A range of stunning function spaces and twelve individually designed bedrooms and an off site cottage make it a very special place to work.
We will offer a full training and induction program to fully introduce the successful candidate to our businesses and ways of working.
The job is full time 5 days over 7.
Kitchen closes by 9pm so no super late finishes.
Everyone gets their holiday (all 28 days of them per year). No work is unpaid, work the extra hours, we pay you for them. Who works for nowt these days anyway? I don't!!
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer live-in accommodation
If you think you would be a perfect fit and would love to be part of our team, then we'd love to hear from you.
You can find out more about The Castle Inn, Spofforth and our menus by visiting our website:
www.thecastleinnharrogate.com
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DUE TO OUR RURAL LOCATION, TRAVELLING BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT IS DIFFICULT FROM SOME LOCATIONS. DO CHECK OUT OUR LOCATION AND YOUR ROUTE BEFORE APPLYING.
Unfortunately we are not able to offer any live in accommodation
Post Code: HG3 1BQ
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Spofforth, North Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Kitchen management: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
