Chefs - Executive/Head Chef

Head Chef - Award Winning Modern European Cuisine - 5 Days - NW London - £45,000 pa

Company Profile

This stunning Restaurant Brasserie & Bar located in North West London is currently offering a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Head Chef to take charge of the Kitchen operation.

Featuring glamourous Interiors, a 90 cover Dining Room and vibrant Bar, this Award Winning Venue offers innovative modern European cuisine with all Organic & Free Range ingredients sourced from UK Suppliers & Producers.

Catering for up to 130 covers per service (av. £20k net food sales p/wk), this Famous Brasserie Bar has received Rave Reviews since its opening and attracts a loyal and discerning clientele all year round.

Menus: A La Carte, Daily Specials, Function & Private Parties

Role

In charge of all areas of Kitchen Management and working closely with both the General Manager & the Managing Director, you will play an integral part in the continued Culinary Success of this Established Business.

Responsibilities:

Menu Planning & Costing - Creating & Delivering a Range of Inspiring & Seasonal Dishes

Daily Running of the Kitchen - Leading a Brigade of 8 Chefs

Stock Control: Purchasing, Auditing, Weekly Figure Reporting (GP/Budget), Wastage Control

Rotas, Recruitment, Training & Development, Reviews & Disciplinary Procedures

Hygiene, H&S Records & Cleaning Schedules

Business Meetings

Contracted to work 50 hours over 5 days (2 Split & 3 Straight Shifts) within a well equipped Kitchen, Benefits include a Well Structured & Professional Working Environment, Bonus Incentives, Regular Performance Related Salary Reviews and External Courses with Excellent Opportunities of Movement within this Expanding, Independent Group.

Candidate Profile

The Ideal Candidate will have proven Head Chef experience gained working within Award Winning (Rosette/Michelin*) Establishments with knowledge of modern European cuisine an advantage.

With real passion and enthusiasm, you will enjoy delivering innovative and creative Menus cooked with flair and imagination.

Naturally organised with the ability to multi-task, you will be able to lead a team and work well under pressure, enjoying a busy Kitchen environment and team training.

Strong on Due Diligence, you will also be up to date on current Hygiene Legislation.

Salary & Benefits

£35,000 - £40,000 Basic Start Salary pa + Bonus Incentives

3 Months Probationary Period: Regular Performance Related Salary Reviews

Benefits: Well Structured & Professional Working Environment + External Courses + Excellent Opportunities of Movement within this Established/Expanding Independent Group

Working Hours: 50 Hours per Week over 5 Days (2 Split & 3 Straight 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

£35k - £40k p.a.