Head Chef

Owen's Kitchen and Bar; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A local independent dining establishment in the UK seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. This role involves producing high-quality dishes, managing food hygiene regulations, and developing innovative menus. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for culinary excellence. Offering a salary of £36,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a similar restaurant.
• Exceptional leadership and managerial skills for team motivation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Extensive knowledge of kitchen operations.
• In-depth understanding of food safety regulations.
• Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce outstanding dishes.
• Ensure food quality meets standards.
• Plan weekly menus and accommodate dietary needs.
• Develop cutting-edge menus.
• Manage food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Control stocks and budget.
• Create staff rotas based on forecast.
• Recruit and train kitchen staff.

Skills

Ability to produce high-quality food

Good communication skills

Team management skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy skills

Enthusiasm for skill development

Adaptability

Positive and approachable manner

Team player qualities

Job description

Owens Kitchen & Bar where elegance meets locally sourced, farm-to-fork dining. Bistro style dishes prepared with fresh British ingredients, designed to delight our guest palate, as well as offering them relaxing ambience and warm homely feeling.
From our family to yours, we invite to be part of our team and help us shape the local independent culinary experience.

Head Chef

Fixed salary of £36,000 per annum + On-Target Earnings.

We believe that good Head-Chef should also possess the following:
Ability to produce excellent high-quality food.
Good communication skills.
Team management skills.
High level of attention to detail.
Good level of numeracy.
Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you.
Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes.
Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work.
Positive and approachable manner.
Team player qualities.

Your duties will be to:
Produce outstanding dishes.
Make sure that the quality of the food is consistent and up to standards.
Plan for the week and any dietary requirements or other unexpected situations.
Developing cutting-edge menus.
Excellent knowledge of all sections to manage and working closely with other chefs of all levels.
Responsible for our food hygiene management system and to ensure that every member of your brigade complies with the hygiene, health & safety regulations.
Control and manage stocks and budget on a weekly basis, this also includes making decisions to help reduce costs and maximise profitability.
Creating rotas in accordance with your forecasts plus controlling and closing them.
Recruit, train staff, and develop members of your brigade.

Requirements:
Proven experience as a Head Chef in a similar restaurant
Exceptional leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a diverse team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Extensive knowledge of Kitchen operations.
In-depth understanding of food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and health codes.
Ability to make effective decisions and problem-solving on the go.
Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and delegate responsibilities.
Ready to embark on a gastronomic adventure? Join us in creating moments that leave a lasting impression. Your culinary journey begins at Owen's.