Job Title: Development Chef
Salary: £45,000-£52,000
Location: London
We are currently working with a client who is seeking a proactive Development Chef to collaborate with the Executive Chef in creating and executing innovative food concepts, launching new outlets, and ensuring consistently high-quality culinary offerings while maintaining gross profit margins. Background in Restaurant, B&I or Independent Education would be desirable and someone who is a real foodie and willing to try new concepts!
Responsibilities:
1. Lead the creation of diverse menus and packaged foods tailored to various price points and restaurant styles, adapting them to the team’s capabilities.
2. Assist in refreshing and enhancing food offerings, aligning with current and emerging food trends to create appealing menu items.
3. Conduct audits to ensure compliance with health, safety, food safety, and environmental regulations.
4. Assist in stock counting and variance analysis.
Skills and Experience:
5. Extensive experience in catering/kitchen management, including high volume and multi-site operations
6. Previous role as a Head Chef
7. Demonstrated successful leadership experience
8. Creative approach to developing catering services, incorporating new food concepts and trends
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