Head Chef

Job Overview: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Head Chef to join our team. As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of food production and ensuring the highest quality of culinary offerings. This is a leadership role that requires strong supervisory skills and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. Responsibilities: - Manage and coordinate all food preparation and cooking activities - Create and develop innovative and delicious menu items - Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards - Train and supervise kitchen staff, including assigning tasks and monitoring performance - Collaborate with restaurant management to plan and execute special events or themed menus - Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed - Monitor food costs and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality - Stay updated on industry trends and new culinary techniques Qualifications: - Proven experience working in a high-volume restaurant as a Head Chef or similar role - Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team - Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques, flavor profiles, and food presentation - Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment - Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices - Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines - Strong communication skills to effectively interact with staff, management, and customers Skills: - Food production expertise - Proficient in food safety standards and practices - Experience in restaurant operations - Supervising kitchen staff - Strong leadership abilities - Culinary creativity and innovation - Food preparation techniques - Cooking skills across various cuisines - Team management capabilities We offer competitive compensation based on experience. If you are a talented Head Chef looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary skills in a dynamic restaurant environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now! Job Type: Full-time Pay: £24,641.23-£35,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Experience: Chef: 1 year (preferred) Cooking: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 01/07/2024 Expected start date: 10/07/2024

Job description Company Description The Garden Restaurants is a Street Food Company by Vegan Chef of the Year Nominee Chef Henry Hampshire. The Garden Restaurants has a fantastic 100% Vegan Street Food Menu which is a beautiful combination of all 5 of Chef Henry Hampshire's street food brands where we have pasta, bao buns, rice bowls, loaded fries & more to offer. We travel across the south of the country catering vegan street food at the UK's biggest music festivals. Job Summary We are seeking a passionate chef to join our festival catering team for our vegan street food company. We cater at multiple of the UK's biggest music festivals including Reading Festival. This job role is for a chef to join our team who can work in a fast-paced environment getting food out of the kitchen in a efficient manner whilst maintaining our high food standards. You will mainly be working on the pass getting food orders prepared for customers. Qualifications - Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar role - Strong knowledge of food safety practices - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail - Ability to adapt to changing menus and dietary restrictions - Knowledge of restaurant operations and hospitality industry standards - Level 2 Hygiene Certificate (Preferred) If you are a talented Chef with passion, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and be part of an exciting culinary journey! Job Type: Freelance Pay: £13.00 per hour Expected hours: 24 – 45 per week Benefits: Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Schedule: 8 hour shift Weekends only Experience: Chef: 1 year (preferred) Cooking: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: On the road Expected start date: 05/07/2024

Looking for a chef/ cook to join our busy kitchen. Cooking and serving tradition pub food. Role includes batch cooking. Prepping and cooking Sunday roast. Breakfasts lunches and dinners. Kitchen is open 9am-10pm 7 days a week.