Head chef - Award winning brunch small plates concept - Croyden
Job Description
Company
Expanding company and Exciting venue in Croydon's buzzing Restaurant District seeks dynamic, experienced Head Chef to head up the kitchen in this award-winning venue.
This is your chance to get involved and put your own stamp on the business with menu creation and the curation of your own team.
Our client have spent a year bringing a totally new concept to the area and have been recognised as one of the UK’s top new venues .
This large and impressive site underwent an extensive refurbishment last year and has featured in many interior design blogs and editorials.
The company is progressive with a strong emphasis on team-work. Operationally this is a 6-day a week site with brunch offering, evening menu, together with a big roast following on Sundays. The site will have in excess of 100-150 covers in a casual/laid back environment.
Ideal candidate
Our ideal candidate attributes would include: At least 2 years experience as a head chef in a similar busy brunch environment
Natural hands on leader as you will be running your own team Experience running large 7 day a week sites Able to work calmly in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
Great experience working with fresh produce and a flair for creative menu creation
Commercially aware with a good understanding of GPs, stock and staffing control
Strong with a can do attitude Enjoy the fast paced hospitality industry
Highly organised with good back office skills
Able to set and maintain high kitchen standards
Great customer service skills Able to lead your own team of staff at all levels
Salary & Benefits
£38 - 40 k per annum
3 Months Probationary Period: Regular Performance Related Salary Reviews & Well Structured & Professional Working Environment
Working Hours: 50 – 55 Hrs P/Wk (7 Shifts over 5 Days)
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