Overview
As Head Chef you will prepare, cook and present high quality meals in a fast-paced environment to the highest standard. Overseeing the day to day running of the kitchen, you will lead and inspire the kitchen team through your passion for food. Responsible for putting together menus using local produce where available, you will seek new opportunities to develop the kitchen offering, working to achieve financial targets and increasing margins by minimising waste and controlling costs.
Supporting One Garden Events the role will seek to deliver creative, innovative and exciting food that will delight. Responsible for the chef team, you will share your love for great food, excellent service, and lead by example.
This Role Includes
As Head Chef you will prepare, cook and present high quality meals in a fast-paced
environment to the highest standard. Overseeing the day to day running of the kitchen, you
will lead, manage and upskill the kitchen team. Maintaining a clean and tidy kitchen
environment the postholder will be responsible for putting together menus using local
produce where available. Supporting One Garden Market and Events the role will seek to
deliver creative, innovative and exciting food that will delight.
Skills Required
Qualified in food preparation and cooking to City & Guilds or NVQ L3 or equivalent
Level 3 in Managing and Supervising Food Safety and Legislation.
Hold a current food hygiene certificate
Minimum of 2 years in experience in a similar position,
Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a restaurant setting
Knowledge of budgets, increasing income and controlling costs, including stock and waste
management
Strong culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques.
Able to demonstrate great customer service skills
An experienced people manager including setting personal objectives and providing feedback
Able to work flexibly, with regular weekend/evening and bank holidays
A team player with great communication skills
