We are seeking a talented and experienced Second Chef to join our culinary team in Loughborough United Kingdom. As the Second Chef you will play a crucial role in supporting the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations creating innovative menus and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and staff management
- Develop and execute new menu items in collaboration with the culinary team
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain kitchen hygiene standards
- Manage inventory place orders and control food costs
- Train and mentor junior kitchen staff to improve their skills and efficiency
- Prepare and cook high-quality dishes for service
- Assist in menu planning and recipe development
- Step in for the Head Chef when necessary
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of kitchen processes and procedures
- Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction
Qualifications :
- Culinary degree or diploma from a recognized institution
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a professional kitchen preferably in a high-volume restaurant or hotel setting
- Proven experience in a leadership role within a kitchen environment
- Strong culinary skills and expertise in various cooking techniques and cuisines
- Excellent knowledge of food safety practices and current health and hygiene regulations
- Valid food safety certification
- Proficiency in menu planning recipe development and food presentation
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and team leadership abilities
- Creativity and passion for culinary innovation
- Physical stamina to work long hours in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Flexibility to work evenings weekends and holidays as required
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions and ability to accommodate special meal requests
- Proficiency in kitchen management software and inventory systems is a plus
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
We are seeking a talented and experienced Second Chef to join our culinary team in Loughborough United Kingdom. As the Second Chef you will play a crucial role in supporting the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations creating innovative menus and maintaining high standards of food quality and pres...
We are seeking a talented and experienced Second Chef to join our culinary team in Loughborough United Kingdom. As the Second Chef you will play a crucial role in supporting the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations creating innovative menus and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and staff management
- Develop and execute new menu items in collaboration with the culinary team
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain kitchen hygiene standards
- Manage inventory place orders and control food costs
- Train and mentor junior kitchen staff to improve their skills and efficiency
- Prepare and cook high-quality dishes for service
- Assist in menu planning and recipe development
- Step in for the Head Chef when necessary
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of kitchen processes and procedures
- Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction
Qualifications :
- Culinary degree or diploma from a recognized institution
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a professional kitchen preferably in a high-volume restaurant or hotel setting
- Proven experience in a leadership role within a kitchen environment
- Strong culinary skills and expertise in various cooking techniques and cuisines
- Excellent knowledge of food safety practices and current health and hygiene regulations
- Valid food safety certification
- Proficiency in menu planning recipe development and food presentation
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and team leadership abilities
- Creativity and passion for culinary innovation
- Physical stamina to work long hours in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Flexibility to work evenings weekends and holidays as required
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions and ability to accommodate special meal requests
- Proficiency in kitchen management software and inventory systems is a plus
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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