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Pizza Chef

4 September 2024•253 views

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Chef to join our restaurant's small kitchen team, which serves 20 covers. Most days you ‘d work with a second chef but 1 or 2 days you would handle all orders in autonomy.
As the sole chef in the kitchen, you will have full responsibility for all culinary operations, ensuring the delivery of exceptional dishes that delight our customers. If you are a passionate and talented culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your skills and creativity.
Responsibilities:
Menu Creation: Design a diverse and enticing menu that reflects the restaurant's theme, utilizing fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.
Food Preparation: Take charge of all food preparation tasks, including cutting, marinating, cooking, baking, and plating, while maintaining high standards of presentation and taste.
Quality Control: Ensure consistent quality of all dishes by adhering to standardized recipes and closely monitoring food preparation processes.
Kitchen Organization: Keep the kitchen well-organized and maintain a clean and sanitized workspace to meet health and safety regulations.
Inventory Management: Oversee inventory levels and coordinate with management to order supplies and ingredients as needed, minimizing waste and ensuring the kitchen is well-stocked.
Budget Management: Work within budgetary guidelines and optimize food costs without compromising on quality.
Time Management: Efficiently manage the preparation and cooking time to serve all customers promptly, especially during peak hours.
Health and Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to health and safety guidelines, ensuring that all food handling and storage practices are in line with industry standards.
Collaboration: Coordinate with the front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and address any customer inquiries or special requests regarding the menu.
Creativity: Stay updated with the latest culinary trends and continuously innovate to surprise and delight diners with new and exciting dishes.
Problem Solving: Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot and resolve any kitchen-related issues that may arise during service.
Kitchen Maintenance: Take care of kitchen equipment, reporting any malfunctions promptly and ensuring their regular maintenance.
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar culinary role, ideally in high-quality restaurants or fine dining establishments.
Profound knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
Creativity and passion for culinary arts, with an ability to present dishes attractively.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to handle a small kitchen independently.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Ability to work under pressure and deliver consistent results during busy hours.
A commitment to maintaining high food quality, hygiene, and safety standards.
Adaptability and flexibility to work in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
Culinary degree or relevant certifications are advantageous but not mandatory.
Join our dedicated team and contribute your expertise to create a remarkable dining experience for our valued guests. As the sole chef, you will play a crucial role in shaping the culinary identity of our restaurant and be rewarded with an exciting and fulfilling career in the hospitality industry.