Head Chef
- Hourly Rate: £12.98 - £14.42 (dependent on experience)
- Location: Ferndown, BH22
- Hours – 9am – 4pm, Monday to Friday with spilt/alternative weekends
- Job Type: Temp to Perm
- Immediate Start Available
My client is seeking a talented and passionate Head Chef to join their Deli Kitchen & Café team in Ferndown. This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional looking to lead a kitchen, showcasing their skills and creativity in preparing high-quality dishes. They are a social enterprise and charity providing support and opportunities to adults with varying support needs.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Oversee the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals in the kitchen.
- Manage kitchen staff and delegate tasks related to meal prep, cooking, and delivering food in a timely fashion.
- Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during working hours.
- Create menu items, recipes, and develop dishes ensuring variety and quality.
- Manage kitchen inventory and ensure supplies are fresh and of high quality.
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef with strong leadership skills.
- Excellent knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
- Familiarity with industry's best practices.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Calm & well organised individual.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
- Opportunity for permanent employment.
- Dynamic and creative work environment.
- Chance to lead and manage a kitchen team.
To apply for this Head Chef position, please submit your CV or call Hannah in the Reed Basingstoke office.