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The chef will be tasked with designing innovative recipes and developing new food product lines. This includes sourcing ingredients, crafting dishes, and introducing products that align with the restaurant’s vision, core values, and strategic goals. The role requires maintaining exceptional food quality standards, overseeing the preparation and presentation of meals, managing inventory and supplies for newly created dishes or menus, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, and keeping the kitchen safe and hygienic. Additional responsibilities include monitoring suppliers, creating recipes based on guidelines or from scratch, optimizing food presentation and packaging, maintaining profitability, and coordinating training programs for staff. Key Responsibilities: Identifying Opportunities • Perform in-depth research to explore innovative food concepts. • Source premium ingredients, cutting-edge equipment, new technologies, and skilled personnel to support product development. Planning and Development • Create food concepts that meet organizational requirements and communicate plans effectively to team members. • Uphold exceptional hygiene standards for staff, food, and kitchen operations. • Follow established procedures, specifications, and recipes to ensure consistency. Menu Development and Food Preparation • Design menus, prepare, season, and cook dishes, or oversee their preparation. • Monitor the final presentation of meals to ensure they meet quality benchmarks. • Ensure portions align with budget and cost controls. • Adapt dishes for special events or specific customer requirements. Operational Oversight • Maintain production schedules and ensure all legislative and quality standards are met. • Use specialized kitchen equipment to consistently produce high-quality meals. • Communicate effectively with team members, management, and customers. • Participate in training and development to refine skills and expertise. Procurement and Quality Assurance • Place purchase requests for necessary ingredients and equipment. • Inspect food supplies and packaging materials for quality assurance. • Select the best ingredients to enhance flavours, focusing on Pakistani, Mediterranean, and Afghan cuisines. • Manage inventory to ensure sufficient stock without excess. Customer Interaction and Issue Management • Prepare customer orders and deliveries promptly. • Address customer feedback and resolve complaints regarding food quality and taste. Team Leadership • Lead, guide, and supervise kitchen staff. • Oversee the operations of the entire kitchen or specific sections. • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and smooth workflow in all kitchen areas. Overall Responsibilities: • Prepare, assemble, cook, and present food that meets customer expectations while adhering to organizational standards. • Operate kitchen tools and equipment effectively to deliver consistent results. • Take ownership of maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Wholesale Manager to lead our wholesale operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record in sales management. This role involves overseeing the wholesale team, developing strategies to enhance sales performance, and ensuring the efficient management of inventory and customer relationships. The Wholesale Manager will play a crucial role in driving growth and profitability while maintaining high standards of service. Duties Lead and supervise the wholesale team, providing guidance and support to achieve sales targets. Develop and implement effective sales strategies to maximise revenue from wholesale channels. Manage relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs are met and fostering long-term partnerships. Oversee inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels are maintained to meet demand. Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and trends within the wholesale sector. Collaborate with other departments, including marketing and logistics, to ensure seamless operations. Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills in sales and customer service. Prepare regular reports on sales performance, market conditions, and competitive analysis for senior management. Requirements Proven leadership experience in a wholesale or retail management role. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Demonstrated ability to sell products and manage sales processes successfully. Experience in sales management, with a focus on achieving targets and driving growth. Bilingual proficiency is an advantage, enabling effective communication with diverse clientele. Excellent team management skills, fostering a collaborative environment among staff. Strong administrative abilities, including proficiency in relevant software applications for reporting and analysis. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for wholesale operations and a desire to lead a successful team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £30,960.00-£38,700.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Store discount Work Location: In person Reference ID: Wholesale Manager/BTL