Head chef quality gastro pub restaurant - Maidstone Kent

Mise en Place London; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular gastro pub restaurant in Maidstone is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team with a focus on quality seasonal British cuisine. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in gastro dining and will be responsible for menu creation, daily kitchen operations, and team leadership. This role offers a salary of £36-38k per annum, a structured work environment, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Meals on Duty

Paid Annual Leave

Chef Uniform

Regular Performance Salary Reviews

Qualifications

• Proven Head Chef experience in quality gastro fresh food.
• Strong on due diligence and hygiene legislation.
• Genuine passion to cook and commit long term.

Responsibilities

• Menu creation for seasonal homemade quality food.
• Daily smooth running of the kitchen.
• Stock control and supplier liaison.

Skills

Strong Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Technical Skill

Ability to Motivate & Train

Job description

Head chef quality gastro pub restaurant - Maidstone Kent

Company Profile

Popular gastro pub restaurant currently has a great opportunity for a head chef who enjoys producing great British seasonal food working with quality suppliers and would like to be involved in the development of the food offering.

The owner of this independent 3 site operator is looking for a head chef who can build on the existing reputation serving seasonal homemade quality food creating new specials , and to have creative input on the existing menu.

Role

• Menu creation
• Daily Smooth Running of the Kitchen
• Menu Planning – costing & recipe specification
• Stock Control: Supplier Liaison, Ordering, Invoices, Stock Counting, Wastage Control
• Kitchen Rotas, Recruitment, Team Training & Development, Personnel Files
• Due Diligence: Food Hygiene, H&S Records & Cleaning Rosters

Candidate Profile

• Proven Head Chef experience gained within quality Gastro fresh food site
• Strong Leadership, Communication, Organisation & Technical Skill
• Genuine Passion to Cook
• Ability to Motivate & Train team members effectively
• Strong on Due Diligence – up to date on current Hygiene Legislation
• Genuine intention to offer long term commitment to next role

Salary & Benefits

• £36-38k per annum
• 3 Months Probationary Period: Regular Performance Related Salary Reviews & Well Structured & Professional Working Environment
• Working Hours: 50 – 55 Hrs P/Wk (7 Shifts over 5 Days)
• 2 consecutive days off - nearby Maidstone
• Meals on Duty + Chef Uniform
• Paid Annual Leave
• Immediate Start

In accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, candidates must prove their entitlement to work in the UK – Verification of Documentation will be undertaken as part of the recruitment process.