Head Chef

Rayment Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular gastro pub on the outskirts of Colchester is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their team. This role involves menu planning, stock management, and high standards of hygiene, with opportunities for career growth in a well-regarded establishment. If you have at least 2 years of experience and a love for fresh food, this might be the perfect fit.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as Head Chef in fresh food establishment.
• Passionate about high standards and quality.
• Ability to manage food costs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for menu planning and stock taking.
• Ensure high levels of hygiene and health safety.
• Develop staff and maintain excellent catering service.

Skills

Hygiene Control

Food Cost Control

Staff Development

Catering Service

Job description

Head Chef Colchester Up to GBP50K + Tips

Our client is a popular gastro pub with an excellent reputation, set out the outskirts of Colchester. They are looking for an enthusiasticHead Chef to come on board and lead their small brigade. This busy" foodie" pub prides itself on producing everything in house, using only the freshest local produce. The venue has a 100 cover restaurant and outside seating for 50 guests.

As the successful Head Chef you will be responsible for all menu planning, stock taking and training. You must be passionate about your role and be willing to give 110%. The ideal Head Chef will have a minimum of 2 years' experience working at Head Chef level in a fresh food establishment; you will be responsible for high levels of hygiene control and health and safety throughout the department; you will be responsible for staff development and ensuring high levels of catering service and you will be reporting directly into the line manager. Head Chef must be highly passionate, excellent food cost controls and the ability to continually raise standards.

This is an amazing chance to be part of a growing gastro group with a fantastic reputation.

Car driver preferred.

If this sounds like your next Head Chef position, then send your CV to Erika at Rayment Recruitment.