We are looking for a passionate head chef who is focused on the preparation and presentation of authentic Korean cuisine. The position requires not only excellent culinary skills but also demonstrated excellence in ingredient sourcing, cost control, teamwork, and food quality management. The ideal candidate will provide an exceptional dining experience through a combination of innovation and tradition and will always maintain the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities:
- Dishes preparation and cooking: Prepare and cook a variety of traditional and modern Korean dishes, including appetisers, main courses, and specialities, according to established recipes and standards.
- Dishes standards: Ensure that the taste, appearance, and portion size of all dishes meet and exceed high standards.
- New dish development: developing innovative menus and seasonal specials that combine traditional Korean flavours with modern cooking techniques to enhance the restaurant's attractiveness and competitiveness.
- Ingredients procurement: procurement of high-quality ingredients according to company regulations to ensure the freshness and quality of the dishes.
- Cost control: effectively manage the budget to ensure the cost-effectiveness of the restaurant by reducing controllable costs and reducing food waste.
- Inventory management: Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the restaurant manager to order the necessary ingredients and supplies to avoid shortages or waste.
- Food safety and hygiene: Ensure that food handling and storage methods meet the highest standards by strictly adhering to all health and safety regulations to keep the kitchen safe and hygienic.
- Ensure customer satisfaction and boost customer loyalty by resolving customer complaints or concerns about food quality or service quickly and professionally.
- Teamwork and training: Work closely with the kitchen team to train new employees, ensure effective teamwork, and improve overall performance.
- Cleaning and maintenance: carry out daily cleaning tasks, maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen equipment and working environment, and comply with health and safety guidelines.
We are looking for talented individuals with the following qualities: - Language skills: be fluent in English and be able to communicate with the team and customers smoothly; knowledge of Korean is a plus.
- Relevant experience: have experience as a head chef or similar culinary position in a Korean restaurant, and be familiar with the preparation of traditional and modern Korean dishes.
- Culinary skills: passionate about Korean cuisine, creative, and able to modernise traditional recipes while retaining their authentic flavours.
- Good team player, able to motivate the team and improve the overall efficiency of the kitchen.
- Cost control: able to effectively manage controllable costs, reduce food waste, and keep the budget stable.
- The ability to remain focused and efficient in a high-pressure environment and to respond flexibly to a fast-paced work rhythm.
Join us, and you will have the opportunity to participate in the development of innovative Korean cuisine menus, work in a dynamic environment, and help the restaurant achieve operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
- Experience
- Required
- Employment
- Full-time
- Schedule
- Day shift
- Salary
- £39,000 – £45,000 yearly
111-113 Hampstead Road, NW1 3EE, London
Night club, Bar, Restaurant • 11-50 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since October, 2024
113 KTV is renowned for its authentic Korean cuisine. The skilled chefs use the finest cuts of meat and the freshest ingredients to prepare each dish, creating an extraordinary dining experience for customers.
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