Head chef

DISH; Goole; On-site; GBP 33,300 - 40,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superb salary

Full menu autonomy

5 days over 7 working rota

Pension scheme

Modern kitchen with latest equipment

Job summary

A local gastro pub group in Goole is seeking a Head Chef to oversee food operations and create unique menus. With a focus on quality and innovation, you will manage kitchen staff and ensure excellent service standards. Candidates should have over 5 years of culinary experience and strong leadership skills. This position offers a superb salary and benefits including a pension scheme, alongside the opportunity for creative menu autonomy within a modern kitchen.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a chef in a high-volume restaurant, Head chef or strong Sous chef considered.
• Food safety certification is required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute menus that are creative and appealing to guests.
• Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling.
• Ensure kitchen operates efficiently and safely.
• Inspect food quality and ensure compliance with health regulations.
• Oversee food service to ensure a positive dining experience.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Menu creation

Job description

HEAD CHEF, GOOLE AREA, £37,000

HIGH QUALITY GASTRO PUB, ALL DAY CASUAL DINING MENU

INDEPENDENT OWNERS OF A SMALL GROUP OF GASTRO PUBS LOCALLY, MENU AUTONOMY

The Benefits include:

• Superb salary
• Full menu autonomy alongside the group exec chef
• 5 days over 7, you create a working rota
• 45-48 hour working week
• modern kitchen with all the latest kit and equipment
• Pension scheme

Head Chef Job Description

Our Clients operate this stunning Gastro pub situated commutable from Leeds, Doncaster, York & the East Yorkshire Wolds, offering both a stunning location, and the opportunity to work within a well equipped kitchen and create something special in this stunning area of Yorkshire

The Head Chef is responsible for the overall food operation of the restaurant. This includes creating and executing menus alongside the group Exec Chef, managing the kitchen staff, and ensuring that the restaurant meets the highest standards of food quality and service.

The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background and experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant.

They will be creative and innovative, with a passion for food and a commitment to excellence.

They will also be a strong leader and manager, with the ability to motivate and inspire their team.

A Sous chef ready to step up into their first head chef position may be considered, the ideal chef needs to be driven and a strong kitchen manager, and have excellent menu creating skills for this modern British gastro pub.

Responsibilities:

• Create and execute menus that are both creative and appealing to guests
• Manage the kitchen staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling
• Ensure that the kitchen is operating efficiently and in a safe manner
• Inspect food quality and ensure that all food is prepared according to health regulations
• Oversee the service of food to guests, ensuring that they have a positive dining experience
• Represent the restaurant to the public and build relationships with customers and vendors

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• 5+ years of experience working as a chef in a high-volume restaurant up to Head chef, although strong Sous chefs will be considered
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Food safety certification

If this sounds like the ideal position for you then send your CV and cover letter through the link here, to hear of similar positions in the region & beyond then give Eddy Nuttall a call here in the Dish hospitality Offices in Leeds