Overview
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef/Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team. This role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety, and managing staff to deliver exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive culinary expertise, and a thorough understanding of food safety regulations. This is a paid position that offers an exciting opportunity to shape our kitchen’s success while fostering a positive and productive environment.
Duties
- Supervise and coordinate all kitchen activities, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation to ensure consistency and quality.
- Manage the kitchen team, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management to maintain a motivated workforce.
- Oversee food production processes, ensuring adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene in compliance with health regulations.
- Develop menus in collaboration with management, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage stock rotation to minimise waste and optimise costs.
- Ensure the cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen environment at all times.
- Serve as a point of contact for customer feedback related to food quality and service standards.
- Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery.
Skills
- Proven supervising experience within a busy culinary environment.
- Extensive food production knowledge with expertise in food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation.
- Strong team management skills with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse kitchen staff.
- In-depth understanding of food safety standards and regulations.
- Previous restaurant or hospitality experience demonstrating leadership in a fast-paced setting.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Good communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and management.
- Passion for culinary arts with creative flair in menu development.
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
This role offers an engaging opportunity for a dedicated culinary professional eager to lead a dynamic team while delivering outstanding dining experiences in a well-regarded establishment.
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
