About the role

As Head Chef, you'll play a key role in establishing and shaping a new restaurant and pub venue. Working closely with the owners, you'll have genuine creative input and control over the menu, while ensuring the food reflects the overall vision and direction of the business. You'll have the opportunity to build the kitchen from the ground up, develop the menu and put your own creative stamp on the food served.

Key responsibilities
Leading and developing the kitchen team
Creating and developing an exciting, high-quality menu
Bringing your own ideas and creativity to the kitchen
Working closely with the owners to establish the venue's food offering
Managing kitchen operations and maintaining high standards
Ordering, stock control and food cost management
Rostering, training and supporting kitchen staff
Maintaining food safety, cleanliness and presentation standards
Ensuring consistency and quality across every service
Helping establish a positive,



professional and enjoyable kitchen culture

About you
Previous experience as a Head Chef or senior chef
Strong leadership and team management skills
A passion for quality food and creative menu development
Excellent organisation and time-management skills
Robust knowledge of kitchen operations, food costing and stock control
The ability to work calmly and effectively in a busy workplace
High standards of food quality, cleanliness and presentation
A positive attitude and hands-on approach
The ability to work collaboratively with owners and management

Why join us?
Brand-recent venue – help build it from the ground up
Creative control and input into the menu
Work directly with supportive owners
Opportunity to shape the kitchen and team culture
Competitive remuneration
Sponsorship available for the right candidate

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