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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    2 days ago
    £46000–£48000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Caffe Concerto is seeking potential Head Chefs for the restaurants located at Central London, who will be directly responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training employees about methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation and cost control. Job Description : § Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portion, cooking and serving standards. § Make employment and termination decisions including interviewing, hiring, evaluating and disciplining kitchen employees. § Fill in where needed to ensure customer service standards and efficient operations. § Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner. § Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the restaurant’s maintenance programs. § Work with restaurant managers to plan and price menu items. Establish portion sizes and prepare standards recipe cards for all new menu items. § Ensure that all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications and received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries arc performed in accordance with the restaurant's receiving policies and procedures § Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures. § Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and completed on a timely basis. § Schedule kitchen staff as required by anticipated business activity while ensuring that all positions are staffed when and as needed and staff cost objectives are met. § Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures. § Oversee the training of kitchen personnel in safe operation of all kitchen equipment and utensils. § Responsible for training kitchen personnel in cleanliness and sanitation practices. § Responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, and other equipment and food storage areas. § Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points. § Provide safety training in first aid, lifting and carrying objects and handling hazardous materials. Qualifications: § A minimum or 5 years of experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, cooking, fry cook and expediter. § At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity. § Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and floor personnel and customers. § Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds. § Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours). JOB RESPONSIBILITIES § Each branch of Caffe Concerto has a General Manager and two Assistant Managers and a Head Chef § Head Chef generally are responsible in a way for assisting the head office with all of the administrative and human-resource functions of running the business, including recruiting new employees and monitoring employee performance and training. § The Head Chef is responsible for all food preparation activities, including running kitchen operations, planning menus, and maintaining quality standards for food service. § Head Chefs estimate food needs, place orders with distributors, and schedule the delivery of fresh food and supplies. They plan for routine services or deliveries, such as linen services or the heavy cleaning of floor or kitchen equipment, to occur during slow times or when the dining room is closed § Head Chef interview, hire, train, and, when necessary, fire employees with the operational manager’s permission. Retaining good employees is a major challenge. § Head Chef direct the cleaning of the kitchen areas and the washing of tableware, kitchen utensils, and equipment to comply with company and government sanitation standards. § Head Chefs schedule work hours, making sure that enough workers are present to cover each shift. If employees are unable to work, managers may have to call in alternates to cover for them or fill in themselves when needed. Managers have to keep the Timetable within budget without affecting the performance of the business. § Head Chefs may recruit employees by contacting agencies numbers can be found in managers contact list, or by reviewing CVs of applicant who drop these CVs at the branch. Managers oversee the training of new employees and explain the establishment’s policies and practices. Make sure that all staff has signed the health and safety forms. § Head Chefs must be good communicators. They need to speak well, often in several languages, with a diverse clientele and staff. They must motivate employees to work as a team, to ensure that food and service meet appropriate standards. Managers also must ensure that written supply orders are clear and unambiguous. § Head Chefs also monitor the actions of their employees and patrons on a continual basis to ensure the personal safety of everyone. They make sure that health and safety standards and local liquor regulations are obeyed. § Finally, head chefs are responsible for locking up the establishment, checking that ovens, grills, and lights are off, and switching on alarm systems Package : § Salary 46,000 to 48,000 Including Service Charge § Job Type Full Time, permanent. § Free staff Food § Staff Discounts on food & drinks § Training courses § Pension Scheme § Paid Holidays

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  • Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home
    Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home
    2 months ago
    £50000–£70000 yearly
    Full-time
    Dagenham

    Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home Location: Dagenham Salary: £50,000–£70,000 Contract: Full-time | Permanent We are seeking a dedicated, experienced, and compassionate Residential Children’s Home Manager to lead the operation of our children’s home and provide outstanding care for the young people we support. This is a senior leadership role with overall responsibility for the safety, wellbeing, and development of children with complex needs. Acting as a strong and committed corporate parent, you will create a stable, nurturing, and therapeutic environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the children’s home, ensuring a safe, warm, and structured environment, • Oversee staffing rotas, recruitment, and deployment to ensure consistent, high-quality care, • Manage budgets, resources, and the upkeep of the home to maintain high standards and financial sustainability Regulatory Compliance • Ensure full compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards, • Maintain inspection readiness at all times and respond effectively to Ofsted inspections and action plans, • Ensure all policies, procedures, and records meet statutory and organisational requirements Child Welfare and Care • Oversee the development, implementation, and review of individual care plans, placement plans, and risk assessments, • Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children and young people, • Support children through emotional, behavioural, and crisis situations using trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches Staff Leadership and Development • Lead, supervise, and support a team of residential care staff, • Manage staff performance, supervision, development, and quality of care delivery, • Foster a reflective, supportive, and accountable team culture Partnership Working • Work collaboratively with social workers, local authorities, families, education providers, and health professionals, • Act as the main point of contact for external agencies and commissioners, • Advocate for children and ensure their voices are central to all decision-making What We’re Looking For • Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children’s residential care setting, • A completed Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Children’s Services, or enrolment with a commitment to completion within an agreed timeframe, • Strong understanding of safeguarding, Ofsted frameworks, and regulatory compliance, • A child-centred, resilient, and reflective leader with a trauma-informed approach, • Confidence in managing staff performance, supervision, and quality of care Requirements • Successful registration with Ofsted (or the ability to meet Ofsted registration requirements), • Minimum of 2 years’ experience leading, supervising, and managing a staff team within a children’s residential setting, • Completed Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management as a minimum requirement (or active enrolment within an agreed timeframe), • Proven ability to ensure compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards, • A clear and demonstrable commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people We Invite You to Apply If you are a passionate, resilient, and reflective leader who believes in providing children with safety, stability, and care that genuinely changes lives, we invite you to apply for this rewarding and impactful role.

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