Head Chef

COSMO Restaurant Group; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Vor Ort; GBP 35.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Staff discounts

Company pension schemes

Career progression opportunities

Zusammenfassung

COSMO Restaurant Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a Kitchen Leader to drive culinary excellence across the kitchen and prep teams. You will mentor staff, manage daily operations, and maintain high standards of taste and presentation.

Lead recipe development, oversee inventory and portion control, and ensure HACCP compliance while collaborating with management and the FOH team to deliver a flawless service, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifikationen

• Experience leading kitchen teams in fast-paced, high-volume settings.
• Proven ability to plan and execute menus reflecting guest preferences.
• Strong knowledge of global cooking techniques and plating.

Aufgaben

• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen and prep teams to ensure smooth service.
• Oversee daily food preparation, cooking, and plating to match standards.
• Develop new menu items and specials in collaboration with management.
• Manage inventory, waste, portions, and supplier ordering.
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety regulations (HACCP) and kitchen hygiene.
• Coordinate closely with the FOH team to ensure timely service.

Kenntnisse

Culinary leadership

High-volume cooking

Food safety & HACCP

Communication

Team coordination

Jobbeschreibung

Key Responsibilities

• Kitchen Leadership:Lead, train, and mentor the kitchen and prep teams to ensure smooth service and a productive work environment.

• Food Quality & Standards:Oversee daily food preparation, cooking, and plating to guarantee every dish matches the restaurant's standards.

• Menu & Creativity:Develop new menu items, specials, or regional/global dishes in collaboration with management while reflecting guest preferences.

• Stock & Cost Control:Manage inventory levels, control food waste, monitor portion sizes, and handle supplier ordering.

• Safety & Hygiene:Ensure strict compliance with food safety regulations, HACCP rules, and kitchen sanitation standards.

• Team Coordination:Work closely with the front-of-house (FOH) team to ensure timely order delivery and smooth service flow.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience:Proven experience in a culinary leadership role (such as Head Chef, Sous Chef, or experienced Kitchen Manager). Larger or regional roles may require 8+ years of total culinary experience with 2+ years in kitchen management.

• Culinary Skills:Strong mastery of global cooking techniques, high-volume preparation, and attention to taste and presentation.

• Communication:Effective communication skills to coordinate between kitchen staff and front-of-house teams.

• Flexibility:Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

• Certifications:Up-to-date knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.

What to Expect

• Work Environment:Fast-paced, vibrant multi-flavor or world buffet kitchen setting.

• Benefits:Typically include a competitive salary, staff discounts, company pension schemes, and opportunities for career progression.