We are seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. This role involves preparing ingredients cooking dishes ensuring high hygiene standards and maintaining an organized kitchen environment. As a key leadership position you will develop and execute advanced cooking techniques while supporting overall kitchen operations and maintaining assigned kitchen standards.
Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Team Management: Oversee and manage the kitchen team including Commis Chefs and other staff. Ensure effective communication training and performance management.
Indicator: High team morale and low staff turnover. - Menu Development: Create and implement innovative and seasonal menus that align with the brands vision and enhance the guest experience.
Indicator: Positive guest feedback and repeat business. - Quality Control: Maintain the highest standards of food quality presentation and consistency across all dishes served.
Indicator: Consistent dish quality and positive reviews. - Kitchen Operations: Ensure smooth daytoday kitchen operations including ingredient preparation cooking and plating.
Indicator: Efficient kitchen workflow and timely service. - Hygiene and Safety: Ensure the kitchen is clean organized and compliant with hygiene and safety standards.
Indicator: Successful health inspections and zero safety incidents. - Cost Management: Monitor food and labor costs to ensure profitability and efficiency.
Indicator: Achieving budget targets and minimizing waste. - Training and Development: Lead training sessions to improve culinary skills and promote continuous learning within the team.
Indicator: Improved team skills and successful implementation of new techniques. - Inventory Management: Oversee inventory levels minimize food waste and ensure timely ordering of supplies.
Indicator: Accurate inventory records and reduced food waste. - Guest Satisfaction: Ensure all dishes meet company standards and guest expectations addressing any concerns promptly.
Indicator: High guest satisfaction scores and minimal complaints.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent; Certificate in Food/Hospitality preferred but not mandatory.
- Minimum 5 years of overall experience including 1 year as a Head Chef in the food & beverage industry.
- Experience in food and beverages with strong culinary skills.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Expertise in menu creation and costing.
- Exceptional culinary skills and creativity.
- Deep understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
Remote Work :
No