Position Available: Head Chef - Production Kitchen

Exciting Opportunity: Head Chef Needed for Our Production Kitchen

We are on the lookout for an experienced and talented Head Chef to lead our bustling production kitchen. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and creative culinary professional to oversee all aspects of our food production operations.

About the Role:

As the Head Chef of our Production Kitchen, you will be responsible for managing all food preparation, cooking, and kitchen operations in our high-volume facility. In this senior leadership role, your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing delicious, high-quality recipes and menus that align with brand standards and meet customer expectations.

• Leading a team of skilled line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen assistants to ensure efficient, organised, and safe food production.

• Adhering to strict food safety and quality control protocols to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation.

• Forecasting ingredient and equipment needs, managing inventory, and overseeing food cost controls.

• Collaborating with culinary and operations teams to continuously improve kitchen processes and output.

• Providing hands-on cooking and training to elevate the skills of the kitchen staff.

• Ensuring compliance with all relevant health, safety, and labour regulations.

About You:

The ideal candidate will be an experienced, passionate, and innovative chef with a proven track record in a high-volume production kitchen environment. You should possess:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or in a similar senior culinary leadership role.

• Extensive knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and inventory management.

• Exceptional time management, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

• A commitment to maintaining food safety and quality standards.

• Culinary creativity and a knack for developing delicious, on-trend recipes.

• Familiarity with production kitchen equipment and technology.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Cooking: 5 years (required)
• Head Chef: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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