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Join our growing Mexican restaurant team and lead a busy, passionate kitchen! We are 1910 Cantina, a traditional Mexican restaurant with a contemporary twist, seeking for an experienced and reliable Head Chef to join our passionate team, to provide great food and showcasing the best that Mexico has to offer. This is a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen with busy services throughout the week and especially at weekends. We need someone who thrives under pressure, maintains high standards, and enjoys to lead a strong team. Experience managing a busy kitchen environment and maintaining excellent food safety standards is essential. Knowledge of Mexican gastronomy or similar cuisines is consider important, along with a willingness to learn, develop, and contribute creatively to our menu Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the kitchen team, ensuring smooth daily operations., • Preparing and cooking dishes to a high standard., • Develop recipes and support menu creation., • Create and manage staff rotas., • Oversee stock takes, inventory control, and ordering., • Manage food costs, waste control, and supplier relationships., • Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation., • Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures., • Train, motivate, and support kitchen team members., • Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment., • Work effectively during busy services, weekends, and events. Requirements: • HACCP Level 3 certified., • Food Allergens certification., • Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior kitchen role., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment., • Strong kitchen lidership, teamwork and management and communication skills., • Experience managing rotas and kitchen operations., • Knowledge of food costs, stock control, and waste management., • Valid right to work in the UK (deal breaker), • Knowledge of Mexican gastronomy or similar cuisines., • Eager to learn, develop, and bring new ideas to the kitchen., • Availability to work flexible shifts from daytime through to evening, including Sundays and weekends, aswell as an event. What We Offer: • Immediate start available., • Opportunity to join a well-established and busy restaurant., • Supportive team and career development opportunities. -Free staff meals -Service charge 100% for the staff -Discounts at our other sites -Staff parties -Tacos and tequila! If you're passionate about food, work well under pressure, and are ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!