Overall Objectives: To ensure the kitchen operation runs smoothly and ensure the company's reputation for food quality is maintained at all times.
Specific Responsibilities:
* To plan, prepare and cook menu items as directed by the Sous / Head Chef.
* To assist in the development and planning of menus, including future food trends, and to be passionate about developing new styles of service and concepts in the location.
* To assist with stock taking when required.
* To carry out the smooth and efficient running of your section as appropriate.
Client Service:
* To ensure that customers are given a prompt and efficient service and expectations are consistently exceeded.
* To be customer focused at all times, approachable and quick to exceed expectations in fulfilling customer needs.
People:
* To be a team player, assisting other team members when necessary.
* To treat members of the team at location as you would expect to be treated.
* To demonstrate and instruct Commis Chefs in food preparation and cooking skills as directed by the Sous / Head Chef
Financial Management:
* To compile all food orders for sections under your supervision, ensuring food standards and cost are agreed with the Head Chef; to ensure stock, deliveries and wastage are all checked and recorded in line with company and food standards.
* To gain an understanding of food costing, sales mix and menu planning.
Health & Safety, Food Safety, the Environment:
* To adhere to the company's Hygiene, Health and Safety policies.
* To rigorously follow the company cleaning schedules.
* To ensure that food storage areas are maintained in accordance with the company's Hygiene, Healthy and Safety policies and procedures.
Additional Responsibilities:
* To take responsibility for contributing towards your own development with the guidance of the Sous / Head Chef and attend training courses as identified.
* To show commitment to company values in all aspects of your role.
* To act as a positive ambassador for the business.
* To attend to any reasonable request made by the client or BaxterStorey Management.
* To attend training sessions when required.
INDH
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Food allowance
* On-site parking
Experience:
* Head chef: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person