Head Chef

The Good Egg Neighbourhood Restaurant Stoke Newington; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant London restaurant is looking for a Head Chef to lead a dedicated kitchen team. You will oversee food preparation and ensure quality while fostering a positive work environment. This dynamic role requires proven culinary expertise and exceptional leadership skills.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role within a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of culinary trends and food production.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Oversee food preparation and cooking processes.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in the kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Food Production Techniques

Organisational Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Culinary Trends

Job description

**We want you to be the Head Chef at our much loved original neighbourhood restaurant, The Good Egg in Stoke Newington.** . . You’ll head up a friendly, fun + dedicated kitchen team – personality, energy + exceptional people skills are essential to successfully running our open kitchen bar, where guests love to see how we prepare our dishes.. . **Duties**. - Lead and manage the kitchen team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.. - Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to ensure consistency and quality in all dishes served.. - Supervise kitchen staff, providing training and guidance to enhance their skills and performance.. - Maintain inventory control, ensuring that all ingredients are fresh and properly stored.. - Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the kitchen environment.. - Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery.. - Handle any customer feedback or complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.. . **Experience**. - Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role within a high-volume kitchen environment.. - Strong knowledge of food production techniques, culinary trends, and hospitality best practices.. - Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team effectively.. - Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail in food preparation and presentation.. - Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.. - A passion for cooking and helping others develop their culinary skills is essential.. . If you’re keen to develop your own role as our next Head Chef + become the next person we couldn’t do without, then we’d love to hear from you.

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 yearly
Benefits: Performance based bonus
Starting time: Immediate start!

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