Head Chef - Seasonal British Kitchen, Lead & Create

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

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on duty

Chef uniform

Paid annual leave

Job summary

A leading gastro pub restaurant in Maidstone is seeking a head chef passionate about creating British seasonal cuisine. The role involves menu creation, daily kitchen operations, and stock control. Candidates should have proven experience in a similar high-quality environment, strong leadership skills, and a genuine passion for cooking. This position offers a competitive salary of £36-38k per annum and requires 50-55 hours of work per week, providing meals on duty and additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven head chef experience in quality gastro food settings.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Genuine passion for cooking.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage the menu.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations daily.
• Control stock, liaise with suppliers, and handle orders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Technical skills

Motivating and training team members

Job description

A leading gastro pub restaurant in Maidstone is seeking a head chef passionate about creating British seasonal cuisine. The role involves menu creation, daily kitchen operations, and stock control. Candidates should have proven experience in a similar high-quality environment, strong leadership skills, and a genuine passion for cooking. This position offers a competitive salary of £36-38k per annum and requires 50-55 hours of work per week, providing meals on duty and additional benefits.