Chef

Chef & Cook

18 hours ago109 views

Employment Type: Full-time
We are seeking a talented and experienced Italian Chef to lead the culinary team at our authentic Italian restaurant. The ideal candidate is passionate about Italian cuisine, skilled in traditional cooking techniques, and dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences. As the head of our kitchen, you will be responsible for designing menus, overseeing food preparation, and ensuring the highest quality of dishes is served to our guests.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Menu Development:
• Create and maintain an authentic Italian menu, including seasonal specialties.
• Introduce new dishes inspired by regional Italian cuisine while maintaining traditional recipes.
• Collaborate with management on menu pricing, portion sizes, and sourcing ingredients.
2. Food Preparation & Presentation:
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of all dishes, ensuring consistency, flavor, and visual appeal.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organization.
• Ensure all ingredients are fresh, and proper techniques are followed.
3. Kitchen Management:
• Lead and supervise the kitchen team, providing training and guidance to cooks and kitchen staff.
• Manage kitchen schedules, assigning tasks, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations during service.
• Control inventory, oversee ordering, and manage relationships with suppliers to source high-quality, authentic Italian ingredients.
4. Quality Control:
• Regularly taste and review dishes to ensure they meet the restaurant’s quality standards.
• Monitor portion sizes and minimize waste through effective kitchen management.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared according to guest dietary needs and preferences.
5. Collaboration & Leadership:
• Work closely with restaurant management and front-of-house staff to ensure a cohesive guest experience.
• Foster a positive work environment, encouraging teamwork, creativity, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in hiring, training, and performance evaluations for kitchen staff.

Qualifications:
• Proven experience as an Italian Chef or in a similar role within Italian cuisine.
• Expertise in traditional and modern Italian cooking techniques and regional specialties.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen best practices.
  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    Italian – Advanced
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Schedule
    Tuesday - Sunday times vary
  • Salary
    £2,600 – £2,800 monthly
  • Starting time
    Immediate start!

pin icon165 Holloway Road, N7 8LX, London

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Lamezia is a well-loved Italian restaurant located on Holloway Road in North London, known for its warm, family-run atmosphere and authentic cuisine.

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