Description:
Berry Recruitment Southampton are looking for a Head Chef to work in a Townhouse Restaurant based in Bighton, Alresford, SO24.
Role: Head Chef
Days: Wednesday - Sunday (Off Sunday Evenings, Monday and Tuesday)
Salary: £35,000 per annum
**Upon start date you will have around 4 weeks of shadowing the current Head Chef to get to know the kitchen and standards before starting your main role**
Duties:
- Oversee all aspects of food production and preparation in the restaurant kitchen
- Create and develop menus that align with the restaurant's culinary vision and concept
- Manage and lead a team of kitchen staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling
- Ensure that all food is prepared to the highest quality standards and in a timely manner
- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
- Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment
- Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth operation of the restaurant
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and new culinary techniques
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a restaurant setting
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
- Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques and food safety regulations
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with staff and management
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
Benefits:
1. Company pension
2. Employee discount
3. Free parking
4. On-site parking
5. Referral programme
Supplemental pay types:
6. Bonus scheme
7. Performance bonus
8. Tips
If you are interested please call Tommy on 02380887772 !
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.