Head Cook

Lloyd Recruitment - Epsom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Head Cook for a busy café kitchen in Epsom. This role involves managing kitchen operations, creating seasonal menus, and leading a small team, all while maintaining high food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and a passion for quality food.

Benefits

Retail voucher referral program

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a lead in a café, restaurant, or similar environment.
• Confident managing kitchen operations and staff.
• Organised, reliable, and comfortable in a high-volume setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring high food standards.
• Create and deliver fresh, seasonal menus.
• Manage a small kitchen team and ensure all food safety regulations are met.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety

Menu creation

Attention to detail

Job description

Head Cook

Epsom
Hourly Rate: 12.82 - 14.96
(equivalent to 30,000 - 35,000 per annum - dependant on experience)
45 Hours per Week - Weekend availability

We're currently recruiting for a passionate and experienced Lead Chef to take the reins in a busy caf kitchen in Epsom.

The Role:

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring high food standards and smooth
• Service
• Create and deliver fresh, seasonal menus in a fast-paced caf setting
• Manage a small kitchen team and ensure all food safety and hygiene regulations are met

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience as a lead in a caf , restaurant, or similar environment.
• Confident managing kitchen operations and staff.
• A passion for delivering quality, fresh food with a strong eye for detail.
• Organised, reliable, and comfortable working in a high-volume setting.

Refer a friend and earn a retail voucher worth up to 500!

Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

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Lloyd Recruitment Services are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.

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