Chef - Menu Innovator & Kitchen Lead

Genuine Dining; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted or free food

Enhanced maternity leave

Enhanced paternity leave

Referral programme

Job summary

Genuine Dining in Canterbury is seeking a skilled chef to prepare and cook high-quality meals to established recipes, while assisting menu planning and development and maintaining food safety standards.

You will work with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service, monitor stock levels, and contribute ideas. This full-time, permanent role is 37.5 hours per week, with benefits including pension and staff meals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role in a restaurant or catering environment.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for food preparation and presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals according to established recipes and standards.
• Assist in menu planning and development, contributing innovative ideas.
• Ensure all food safety and hygiene standards are maintained in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during service.
• Monitor inventory levels of kitchen supplies and ingredients.

Skills

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Under pressure

Job description

Genuine Dining in Canterbury is seeking a skilled chef to prepare and cook high-quality meals to established recipes, while assisting menu planning and development and maintaining food safety standards.

You will work with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service, monitor stock levels, and contribute ideas. This full-time, permanent role is 37.5 hours per week, with benefits including pension and staff meals.