Job Description

An exciting position has become available for a full-time Head Chef based at Haute Dolci Preston The successful candidate will earn 26200 - 35,000, dependant on experience.

The successful candidate will maintain high standards of operational procedures in both kitchens through training. To be responsible for all Kitchen Team Members. To ensure high standards of Quality Production, Hygiene and Cleanliness of the kitchen through EHO compliance.

Role Requirements

Experience working as a Chef in a similar setting would be beneficial.

High standard of food hygiene and health and safety.

A passion for producing amazing food to a high standard is essential.

Experience of working with suppliers and preparing detailed costings.

A great leader and communicator who works well under pressure.

Smart personal presentation, professional, confident with a 'can do' approach.

Be flexible to work a variety of hours, including weekends and bank holidays.

Must be able to keep calm under pressure.

Role Responsibilities

To ensure that the unit achieve high standards of Quality Production, Hygiene and Cleanliness.

To stand in for Team members if necessary in times of sickness, holidays, days off etc.

Ensuring the opening and closing procedures of the kitchen is adhered.

To ensure all company's operational procedures are followed correctly

To ensure adherence to all Company systems and procedures

To ensure that the total menu offer is available in the units throughout trading hours.

To support food preparation and production by working alongside team members

To ensure that 100% of the menu is available, ready and on display by 12.00pm

To communicate effectively with all staff and senior management.

To lead by example.

To be responsible for all food safety and health and safety aspects in line with Company policy including standards.

Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene and following daily procedures and checklists

Consistently applying the highest standards with set portion control policies and defined procedures when preparing food.

Labelling and implementing stock rotation and wastage controls in accordance with laid down procedures.

Operation of the wash-up process.

Ensuring safety of team members and stock.

Ensure all team members and kitchen are well presented and identifying and monitoring and remedial issues with equipment or units

Resolving service issues.

To ensure store keys are kept safe at all times and only given to authorised personnel.

To ensure all employees are trained to a high standard an ALL aspects of the job and all training are logged and updated correctly.

To monitor and assess staff competency.

To ensure all records kept in the unit is up to date.

Ensure all daily and weekly paperwork is completed to the standard required.

Ensure all memos and instructions from the company or manager are action within the time scale.

Ensure all daily and weekly paperwork is completed to the standard required.

To attend meetings and courses, as directed by the company.

To be available in case of emergency.

To present a professional demeanour at all times when dealing with all company employees and customers.

To carry out other duties and projects as requested by senior management.

Company

Life is sweet, but it's sweeter when it's shared. We bring the finest desserts to cities across the UK, and they do so in a setting that offers the height of luxury. They are a forward-thinking business with a commitment to quality. And that makes the establishment a great place to work.

Your work will be rewarding, enjoyable, and - yes - a little bit challenging. But that's all part of what makes the experience worthwhile. The employer treat their employees as crucial parts of their success, because they recognise the effort they make to elevate them above the rest.

Why should you apply?

The chance to join a well-established company

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,200.00-35,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus Tips
Benefits:

Discounted or free food Employee discount Sick pay Store discount
Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift
Experience:

Senior Chef: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person