Head Chef

PPM Recruitment; Langley Village; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

PPM Recruitment in Oldbury is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team and ensure high standards of food preparation, presentation and service.

The role requires previous senior kitchen experience, strong leadership, a valid DBS, and weekend hours from 9am to 3pm on Saturdays and Sundays, with a pay rate of £18 per hour plus holiday pay.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid DBS check.
• Experience as Head Chef or in a senior kitchen role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team on a day-to-day basis
• Plan and oversee food preparation and service
• Ensure food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard
• Manage stock levels, ordering and kitchen supplies
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised and compliant with regulations
• Support and train junior members of the kitchen team
• Monitor food costs and minimise waste
• Work closely with management to deliver an excellent service

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food preparation

Kitchen operations

Food hygiene

Pressure management

Job description

HEAD CHEF

Position: Head Chef

Pay Rate: £18 Per Hour + Hol Pay

Location: Oldbury

The Candidate MUST Hold a Valid DBS

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Head Chef to lead the kitchen team and ensure a high standard of food preparation, presentation and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team on a day-to-day basis
• Plan and oversee food preparation and service
• Ensure food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard
• Manage stock levels, ordering and kitchen supplies
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised and compliant with regulations
• Support and train junior members of the kitchen team
• Monitor food costs and minimise waste
• Work closely with management to deliver an excellent service

About You

• Previous experience working as a Head Chef or in a senior kitchen role
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations
• Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment
• Reliable, organised and professional

Hours: 9am - 3pm

Days : Saturday and Sunday