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Job Description: Head Chef / Deli Manager Role Title: Head Chef / Deli Manager Reports To: Business Owner Location: Hackney Salary: £40k Focus: Operational management, food safety compliance, stock control, and active leadership on the service line. • Peak Service Leadership: Actively run the pass/service area during all peak trading hours. This includes controlling the flow of orders (in-house and Deliveroo), ensuring tickets are cleared efficiently, and setting the pace for the team., • Quality Control (QC): Actively check the temperature and presentation of all outgoing food against the Recipe Book and Assembly Instructions. Immediately correct any variances on the line., • Workflow Implementation: Directly enforce the planned Split Kitchen Strategy on busy days, ensuring the Front/Service line and the Back/Prep Kitchen communicate and operate efficiently., • HACCP & Food Safety: Act as the nominated Food Safety Lead. Ensure strict compliance with all UK Food Safety regulations, including temperature control (Fridges ≤5∘C), cross-contamination prevention, and proper storage., • Compliance Records: Full utilisation of the TRAIL APP., • System Implementation: Immediately implement and manage all new operational documentation, including the Daily Check Sheet, Open/Close Procedures, Recipe Book, and Kitchen Prep List., • Deep Clean Management: Oversee the initial professional deep clean and establish daily/weekly cleaning rotas to maintain standards across all areas (kitchen, prep spaces, public areas, and toilets)., • Stock Management: Control all stock, ordering, and deliveries. Enforce strict FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation across all fridges and dry stores to eliminate waste (especially perishables)., • Full utilisation of Seamless back office system., • Ordering & Supplier Relations: Use the Order List and Supplier List to negotiate best value and minimise complexity. Conduct Supplier Comparisons as part of a 2-6 month plan to optimise ingredient costs., • Waste Reduction: Directly address and eliminate the current issues of over-ordering and rotten food. Log and report all waste weekly., • Staff Development: Manage, motivate, and mentor the existing team (Chefs, Baristas, KPs). Cultivate a culture of high work ethic, accountability, and procedural adherence., • Performance Management: Address underperformance decisively (specifically the current issues with stock control, duty of care, and following instructions)., • Rota Management: Create efficient staff rotas to meet demand while controlling labour costs. USE ROTA APP., • Culture: While focusing on systems, the manager must ensure a professional environment that enables the Barista team to maintain the "on-brand chatty vibe." 3. Requirements & Experience • Experience: 2-5 years of relevant culinary experience, ideally at a Sous Chef level or higher, with demonstrable experience in managing and running a fast-paced service line., • Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of UK Food Safety/HACCP principles and documentation requirements., • Skills: Proven experience in stock management, inventory control, and cost reduction. Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills. Exceptional ability to multitask between cooking, delegation, and management., • Motivation: Must be driven by growth and profit margin improvement through meticulous operational control.

Job Overview Dorothy’s Deli is offering an exciting opportunity to join our growing team as a Kitchen Manager at our production kitchen in Hackney. We're looking for someone with strong experience, sharp organisational skills, and the energy and passion to help take our operation to the next level. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment and is motivated by teamwork and great food. Responsibilities • As Kitchen Manager, you’ll work closely with the owners and be responsible for the day-to-day running of our production kitchen, leading a small but dedicated team. Your responsibilities will include:, • Managing kitchen staff and weekly rotas to ensure smooth operation, • Leading and upholding standards in food preparation, cooking, and presentation, • Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety regulations (HACCP), • Training and mentoring kitchen staff on food safety and culinary techniques, • Monitoring stock levels and ordering supplies to control food costs, • Organising daily schedules based on pre-orders from multiple offices and partners, • Ensuring all lunch orders are portioned, plated, labelled, and ready on time, • Coordinating with couriers for timely collections and deliveries, • Identifying issues quickly and implementing efficient solutions under pressure Skills • At least 2 years' experience in a leadership role in a fast-paced kitchen, • A positive, can-do attitude and ability to work under pressure, • Excellent organisational and time-management skills, • A friendly, approachable personality with a strong work ethic, • Experience managing a team in a hospitality or production kitchen environment, • Great people management and communication skills, • Flexibility, creativity, and a drive to grow with a developing brand Perks & Benefits • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Free staff lunch during shifts, • Team social events, • A supportive, energetic environment with genuine opportunities for progression

Acme Fire Cult Acme Fire Cult (AFC) Is a live-fire restaurant from chef Andrew Clarke.. Located in the bustling heart of Dalston, AFC takes inspiration from a multitude of avenues; from Turkish Ocakbasi, the fermenting traditions of south-east Asia and Andrew’s many gastronomic journey’s through India. The flavours are complex, rich and a more refined take on traditional fire cooking. We are dedicated to having a large portion of the menu being made up of plant based dishes which have equal importance to their meaty counterparts. AFC has a burning passion for quality produce and sustainability. We source rare and native breed meats from around the UK, day boat caught fish from Scotland and Cornwall and the best quality fruits and vegetables from south east farms. The restaurant is a sister venture to 40FT Brewery, a micro-brewery, based onsite producing a rotating range of high quality craft brews. We work closely with the brew team, utilising their spent products in our menus, repurposing traditional waste products into integral ingredients and in doing so, providing closed-loop sustainable practices. ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for an experienced chef de partie. Knowledge of grill cooking is required. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced busy kitchen environment, have a genuine passion for food and will take pride in the food they create. You will be cooking in a team that cares about quality and will be working with exceptional produce from some of the UK’s best suppliers, alongside a well established and tight-knit team. RESPONSIBILITIES Management of section, including orders for the section and prep Following and maintaining all HACCP procedures Supporting the wider kitchen team with daily tasks and processes Being an ambassador for our brand through exceptional teamwork and fostering a supportive environment REQUIREMENTS Previous experience in a similar role Experience running a busy grill section WE OFFER ‘Refer a Friend’ Bonus 50% staff discount Gym vouchers Cost price wine through suppliers In-house training dedicated to your personal development Trips to meet suppliers and producers Training and qualifications, including WSET, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene Whole team staff parties Staff meals and end of shift drinks Full pension and holiday entitlement