Restaurant Grill Chef

TN United Kingdom; Braintree; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate family of culinary experts at a renowned Mediterranean restaurant, where your skills will flourish and your creativity will thrive. As a Chef, you will play a vital role in bringing traditional recipes to life while ensuring every guest leaves satisfied. With ample opportunities for advancement and a supportive environment, this is your chance to create unforgettable dining experiences. Embrace the culinary journey and make a meaningful impact in a vibrant kitchen atmosphere.

Benefits

Great opportunities for progression

Enjoy delicious food

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment is preferred.
• Ability to support the Head Chef and manage kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day kitchen management and operations.
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and hygiene standards are met.
• Supervise the Kitchen Porter team and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Flexibility in tasks

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Join Our Team at ‘The Real Greek’

Come join our team at ‘The Real Greek’ and perfect your skills in authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, where each dish is a celebration of life, family, and culture. We're not just a restaurant; we're a tight-knit family of culinary experts who have perfected our skills together over the years.

At ‘The Real Greek’, we offer more than just a job – we provide an environment where your skills will flourish, your creativity will thrive, and your passion for Mediterranean cuisine will be ignited. With our top-notch training and development programs, competitive pay, and ample room for advancement, we ensure that every Chef has the tools and opportunities they need to excel.

As part of our team, you'll be at the forefront of our culinary journey, entrusted with the task of bringing our traditional recipes to life with skill and finesse on the grill, playing a vital role in ensuring that every guest leaves satisfied and inspired.

If you’re a Chef ready to join a passionate family of food enthusiasts, support our Head Chef, and share our dedication to Mediterranean cuisine, then we want to hear from you. Take the next step and send us your CV – let's create unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.

Benefits

• Great opportunities to progress within the company
• Enjoy the same delicious food as our customers
• Flexible hours with rotas planned weekly

Requirements

• Calm and able to work under pressure
• Able to communicate clearly and promptly
• Flexible with tasks and working hours
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

1. Assisting in Day-to-day management of the Kitchen

• Ensure that the kitchen operates smoothly and professionally by following the Head Chef’s requests, completing all operational tasks safely and efficiently, including daily administration, to company standards.
• Support and communicate regularly with the Head/Sous Chef and Restaurant Manager.
• Take charge of the kitchen, team, and daily orders when the Senior Chef is not present.
• Manage stock levels efficiently, minimizing wastage.
• Report equipment issues to the Head/Sous Chef.

Food Quality, Presentation, and Hygiene

• Ensure all food is prepared with the freshest ingredients to ‘The Real Greek’ standards.
• Report issues with food quality or freshness from suppliers or the central kitchen.
• Follow stock labeling (DOT system) and rotation (FIFO) to ensure proper usage.
• Monitor and record temperatures for deliveries, storage, and cooking daily.
• Support menu changes implementation.

Supervising the Kitchen Porter team

• Lead by example, maintaining a clean and presentable kitchen.
• Ensure proper use of all kitchen equipment and chemicals.