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Great food in the workplace isn't simply about fuel.
It's about increasing productivity and improving performance; it's about happy motivated people and inspiring environments. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do - we live to bring food and people together.
We are brave, bold and curious adventurers in food and drink. Never shy of being different, always challenging the conventional.
Our passionate team of chefs, baristas, servers, nutritionists and much more, love nothing more than creating memorable moments that enrich the everyday. Come and join our award winning teams - we are currently recruiting for a Head Chef to join our team at Tunbridge Well.
Location: Tunbridge Well, TN2 5FE
Salary: £36,899 per annum
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week, 7am - 3:30pm
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and oversee all food preparation to the highest standard, ensuring all food is freshly made on site
* Work as part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, focused on great food and excellent customer service
* Manage a café and coffee bar operation, including hospitality service (breakfast, lunch, deli offer, soup and salad bar) with approx. 400 transactions per day
* Ensure food is produced in a timely manner to support smooth and efficient service
* Manage stock and ensure all ingredients are available in line with menu requirements
* Plan and develop menus in line with client and customer expectations
* Bring creativity to menu planning, engaging with both clients and customers where appropriate
* Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene at all times
* Take overall responsibility for managing and leading the kitchen team
* Provide regular feedback, support and coaching to team members
* Ensure all team members are up to date with COSHH and Food Hygiene training
What's in it for you?
Working with Gather and Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.
* Personal Development and Training opportunities
* Life assurance scheme
* Pension scheme
* Holiday allowance
* Access to Healthcare Support App which includesAnnual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
* Eye care
* A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
* Family friendly support
* Regular social events and communication with our leaders
* A holiday purchase scheme
* Volunteering days
* Professional subscriptions
* Recognition schemes and peopleawards
* Long service awards
* Access to some great high street discount vouchers