Industrial Chef | Lead Cook Room & Production

Major Talent; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Industrial Chef to lead a prep team in a busy manufacturing facility located near Leicester. The role involves managing batch cooking, ensuring strict compliance with ingredient tracking, and collaborating with production teams. Candidates must have experience in food manufacturing, a passion for food, and excellent organizational skills. The position offers £15.00 to £16.00 per hour with flexible working hours from Sunday to Thursday.

Qualifications

• Must have experience as a chef in a food manufacturing environment.
• Ability to handle pressure while maintaining quality standards.
• Knowledge of various cuisines and cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage the prep team and batch cooking processes effectively.
• Ensure recipe compliance and ingredient tracking for high volume production.
• Collaborate with various teams including production and procurement.

Skills

Experience in food manufacturing

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent food knowledge

Attention to detail

Staff motivation

Knowledge of cuisines

Understanding of cooking techniques

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an Industrial Chef to lead a prep team in a busy manufacturing facility located near Leicester. The role involves managing batch cooking, ensuring strict compliance with ingredient tracking, and collaborating with production teams. Candidates must have experience in food manufacturing, a passion for food, and excellent organizational skills. The position offers £15.00 to £16.00 per hour with flexible working hours from Sunday to Thursday.