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Menu Planning and Development: Design and develop a diverse and authentic menu that showcases the richness and variety of Indian cuisine. Incorporate traditional recipes, regional specialties, and contemporary twists to create an enticing culinary experience for guests. Recipe Creation and Innovation: Experiment with spices, flavors, and ingredients to develop new and innovative dishes that excite the palate and reflect the restaurant's culinary identity. Continuously refine and enhance existing recipes to maintain high standards of quality and flavor consistency. Kitchen Management: Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation. Create and maintain standardized recipes, cooking procedures, and portion sizes to ensure consistency and efficiency. Train and mentor kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques, food safety practices, and sanitation standards. Quality Control: Maintain strict standards of food quality, freshness, and hygiene throughout the kitchen. Conduct regular inspections of ingredients, equipment, and workstations to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation regulations. Taste and evaluate dishes to ensure they meet the restaurant's standards of flavor, texture, and presentation. Inventory and Cost Management: Manage food inventory levels, ordering, and purchasing to minimize waste and optimize cost efficiency. Monitor food costs, portion sizes, and kitchen expenses to maintain profitability and budgetary targets. Work closely with suppliers and vendors to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices. Staff Supervision and Training: Lead and motivate a team of culinary professionals, including cooks, sous chefs, and kitchen assistants. Delegate tasks, assign responsibilities, and ensure smooth coordination and communication within the kitchen team. Provide ongoing training, coaching, and feedback to develop staff skills and enhance performance. Menu Execution and Service Coordination: Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and efficient service delivery. Communicate effectively with servers, managers, and other kitchen staff to maintain smooth operations during service periods. Monitor kitchen workflow and adjust staffing levels as needed to meet customer demand and maintain quality standards. Customer Interaction and Feedback Management: Interact with customers to understand their preferences, dietary restrictions, and feedback on menu items. Use customer feedback to make adjustments to the menu, address concerns, and enhance the overall dining experience. Adherence to Regulations and Standards: Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations governing food preparation and handling. Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to food service operations.
Mamma Dough is a family-friendly Sourdough Pizza restaurant chain with locations throughout South London. Our restaurants specialize in serving authentic, Neapolitan-style sourdough pizza made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. We pride ourselves on using traditional techniques to create the perfect sourdough and combining them with unique and innovative toppings to create special and delicious pizzas. Our restaurants are warm and welcoming, and we strive to create a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere for our customers. We offer a casual dining experience, great for families and groups of friends, and we take great care to ensure that our customers leave feeling satisfied and happy. Mamma Dough is a company committed to sustainability and environmental protection. We work closely with local farmers and suppliers to source the freshest ingredients possible, reducing our environmental impact and supporting our local community. We are a growing company that values hard work, creativity, and innovation. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow and develop their skills. If you're looking for a fun, challenging, and rewarding work environment, we welcome you to join the Mamma Dough family! Mamma Dough restaurants are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Duty Manager to join our team in London. Responsibilities: - Ensure that the venue is opened and closed down with great attention to detail - Hold keys for the venue to open and close the building - Ensure both kitchen and front of house teams are following company specs - Assist the General Manager in maintaining stock levels by ordering what is needed to deliver full menu - Assist the General Manager in controlling costs, management of team and upkeep of government food/H&S guidelines - Ensure your working environment is set up optimally for yourself and your team - Be organised and work with the other team members and management team to complete duties - Assist the General Manager with keeping a high level of Health & Safety and Food Safety standards at work - Help to create an inclusive and fun team within a dynamic environment - Deliver fun but professional service ensure guest satisfaction is of the upmost importance - Assist with handling deliveries with Deliveroo and collections - Requirements: - Previous experience as a key holder is desirable - Strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude. - Ability to manage teams effectively - Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment. - A keen eye for detail and a passion for providing exceptional customer service. - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Benefits - 28 days holiday - 50% meals any time for you and four friends at any one of our Mamma Doughs - Job progression - Great work-life balance - Company parties - FREE pizza on shift - If you have the leadership skills, creativity, and ambition to take on this exciting position and work with the best, then please submit your CV and cover letter to us today.