HEAD CHEF (Holiday Park)

City Centre Recruitment; Bridport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Head Chef for a prominent kitchen in Bridport. In this permanent role, you will oversee culinary operations, manage menu planning, train kitchen staff, and ensure high-quality food service in a busy environment. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong leadership, creativity in menu development, and exceptional communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong leadership and team motivation skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations and lead kitchen staff.
• Plan and develop diverse menus catering to various tastes.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Menu development

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

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Do you have strong leadership and management skills?

Confident working in a busy, high-volume kitchen?

We are looking for a HEAD CHEF to join our clients team based in Bridport on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for overseeing all culinary operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, hygiene, and service. You will lead and inspire a team of cooks and kitchen staff, help plan and develop menus, manage inventory, and collaborate with other departments to deliver an exceptional dining experience for our guests. This will include event work like weddings etc.

• Lead and manage kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and presentation.
• Develop and implement creative and diverse menus that cater to a wide range of tastes and dietary needs.
• Ensure all food is prepared to the highest quality and in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage inventory, order supplies, and monitor stock levels to minimise waste and control costs.
• Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
• Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment, ensuring it is clean and in good working condition.

What we need from you:

• CV showing experience as a Head Chef in a busy, high-volume kitchen
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
• Creative and innovative approach to menu development.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

INTERESTED?

In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility. City Centre Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

City Centre Recruitment is acting as an employment business in relation to HEAD CHEF

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