Head Chef – Award Winning Gastro Pub & Dining Room – Excellent Progression Opportunities (Area Support Level) – North London – £34,000 pa
Head Chef – Modern British Cuisine – Open Kitchen – Ongoing Training & Development – North London – £34,000 pa
Company Profile
This stunning 17th Century Food led Pub located in the heart of North London has built a strong reputation for offering fantastic rustic seasonal Gastro food all year round.
Promoting Game in season, Nose to Tail style dishes & the Best of British – the Pub Venue features quirky Dining Rooms, an Open Kitchen (plus additional prep Kitchen), Regency style interiors & an Outdoor Dining area.
7 day Operation (Lunch & Dinner) & Exclusive Venue Hire / Private Dining
Role
Working closely with the General Manager and supported by a Group Area Chef, responsibilities include:
Menu planning, costing and specification for the Dining Room, Bar & Private Events (Menu Autonomy within Concept)
Overseeing daily kitchen operations, leading and directing a brigade of 4 – 6 chefsStock control, liaising with quality suppliers, purchasing, auditing (GP margins) & wastage control
Chef rotas, recruitment, training and development
Hygiene, Health & Safety records and procedures, cleaning schedules
General bookkeeping, administration and accounting
Management meetings
Contracted to work 7 shifts over 5 days, Benefits include achievable KPI / GP related bonus targets (paid quarterly), regular performance related salary reviews, external courses, excellent movement and progression opportunities (Area Support role) within independent group with 2012 to 2015 expansion plan in place.Candidate Profile
Proven Head Chef experience gained within quality Gastro and / or Grill Establishments with knowledge of British cuisine essential
Strong Leadership, Communication, Organisation & Technical Skill
Genuine Passion to Cook with ability to deliver in busy Kitchen operation
Ability to Motivate & Train team members effectively
Strong on Due Diligence – up to date on current Hygiene Legislation
Salary & Benefits
£30,000 – £34,000 Basic Start Salary + KPI related Bonuses (Paid Quarterly / min. £4,000 pa available)
3 Months Probationary Period: Regular Performance Related Salary Reviews
Benefits: Well Structured & Professional Working Environment + External Courses + Potential Area Support Chef Progression
Working Hours: 50 Hrs P/Wk over 5 Days (7 Shifts)
Meals on Duty + Chef Uniform
Paid Annual Leave
Immediate Start
In accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, candidates must prove their entitlement to work in the UK – Verification of Documentation will be undertaken as part of the recruitment process
