? Head Chef - Belfast City Centre (Permanent) ?
Salary: £45,000-£50,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Reed is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-known and highly respected hospitality group for a Head Chef to join one of their popular bars located in Belfast City Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with an excellent reputation, operating several leading bars and restaurants across Northern Ireland.
Why Apply? - Excellent Company Benefits
29 days holiday (increasing with length of service)
Contributory pension scheme
Employee discount scheme across Bars, Off Sales and Convenience Stores
Genuine focus on work/life balance
Flexibility of working hours
Career progression and development opportunities
Full training provided
Employee Assistance Programme
Role Overview
As Head Chef, you will oversee the full operation of a busy kitchen, managing a team of 7 chefs. You will take ownership of menu planning and design, purchasing, stock control, staff training, rostering and ensuring consistently high-quality food standards.
Essential Criteria
NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Food Preparation and Cooking (or equivalent)
Intermediate Food Safety Certificate
Minimum 5 years' experience in a busy kitchen, including at least 2 years in a senior role
Strong experience in menu planning and pricing
Full understanding of EHO regulations, due diligence, temperature checks and record keeping
Proven experience leading and developing a kitchen team
Flexibility with working hours
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen to company standards
Maintain cost and quality control of all goods
Ensure correct storage, stock control and rotation
Oversee hygiene procedures and ensure accurate documentation
Record daily temperature checks
Implement allergen procedures and guidelines
Champion health & safety within the kitchen team
Manage menu costing, planning and pricing to deadlines
Performance manage and develop the kitchen team
Train, mentor and support junior staff
Control and monitor food wastage
Ensure training is completed and accurately recorded
Maintain high levels of personal hygiene and kitchen presentation
Carry out any other duties relevant to the role
If you are ready for your next career move, please submit an up to date CV today via the "Apply" link, or you can call the Branch and speak to Donna
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