Head Chef

TN United Kingdom; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant company is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead its kitchen team. The role involves preparing high-quality dishes, managing kitchen operations, and fostering a positive environment. Candidates should have experience in a similar role, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to food safety and quality.

Benefits

Overtime pay for extra hours

Staff meals and discounts

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Company events and incentives

Company pension scheme

Tips shared based on hours worked

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Sous Chef aiming for Head Chef role.
• Proficiency with fresh ingredients and food hygiene.
• Track record of training and developing kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to specifications in a clean kitchen.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team, including training staff.
• Manage kitchen operations and monitor KPIs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Food prep

Hygiene

Knife skills

Job description

Join our team as a Head Chef and lead with passion and high standards in a vibrant, customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and cook dishes to specifications in a clean, safe kitchen environment.
2. Ensure all prep and par levels are maintained for each shift.
3. Lead and motivate the kitchen team, including training and recruitment of staff.
4. Manage kitchen operations effectively, including monitoring KPIs such as GP, labour, and food safety.

What We Offer:

• Overtime pay for hours worked over contracted hours.
• Staff meals and discounts from day one.
• 28 days holiday, including Bank Holidays.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 2 years.
• Company events like Loungefest and incentives.
• Company pension scheme and long service awards.
• Tips shared equally based on hours worked.
• Opportunities for personal development and career progression.

What You Bring:

• Experience as a Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Sous Chef aiming to step into a Head Chef role.
• Proficiency with fresh ingredients, food prep, hygiene, and knife skills.
• Leadership skills with a proactive work ethic, leading from the front.
• Experience managing KPIs related to labour, stock, and food safety.
• Track record of training and developing kitchen staff.

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