Head Chef, Westlands Country Park, Dumfries and Galloway

Full job description

Are you a Head Chef looking for new job opportunity?

We are looking for an ambitious, passionate and driven Head Chef, to lead a thriving kitchen within a well-established, respected and prestigious venue.

You will lead a team of food specialists and ensure that our food maintains the highest quality and standards possible, using high quality fresh ingredients sourced locally.

With our full support we hope you are ready to bring in some new and delicious changes to our menu, making it your own and delighting our guests!

Managing GP’s to maximise potential
Ensuring that kitchen staff adhere to quality, hygiene and cleanliness standards
Staying up-to-date with culinary trends and kitchen processes
Dealing with suppliers and ensuring that they supply quality goods at affordable prices
Managing the inventory and ordering stock as needed
Overseeing the maintenance of kitchen equipment and organising repairs when needed
Handling staff issues, such as sick leave and attendance, and taking disciplinary action when necessary
Making weekly rotas to cater for all the team
Developing new dishes and overhauling menus to attract more clientele
Ensuring that guests receive excellent service and enjoy their culinary experience
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role
- Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques and practices
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and a passion for creating exceptional dishes

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £18.00 per hour

Additional pay:

Tips
Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
Experience:

Chef: 1 year (preferred)
Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)

Please send your CV and references

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