Lead Chef & Kitchen Operations Manager

The HireWorks Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The HireWorks Ltd in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead the kitchen team and take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the catering service. You will plan menus, supervise food preparation, manage food orders and stock, monitor costs and wastage, and ensure all food safety regulations and HACCP procedures are followed.

This role requires strong leadership, excellent organisational and communication skills, a hands-on approach in a busy kitchen, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Leadership and people management experience in a kitchen setting.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP.
• Ability to plan menus and manage costs and stock.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team on a day-to-day basis.
• Prepare and cook high-quality food to a consistently high standard.
• Manage food ordering, deliveries, stock levels and stock rotation.
• Monitor food costs, portion control and wastage.
• Ensure all food is prepared and stored in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Maintain hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Manage allergen and dietary requirements.
• Organise staff rotas, holidays and daily kitchen duties.
• Train and develop team members.
• Ensure timely food production and service.
• Maintain accurate kitchen records and paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP procedures and company policies.
• Collaborate with management and other departments to deliver excellent service.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Allergens & HACCP

Menu planning

Job description

The HireWorks Ltd in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Chef Manager to lead the kitchen team and take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the catering service. You will plan menus, supervise food preparation, manage food orders and stock, monitor costs and wastage, and ensure all food safety regulations and HACCP procedures are followed.

This role requires strong leadership, excellent organisational and communication skills, a hands-on approach in a busy kitchen, and a commitment to