Head Chef

Head Chef

Up to £65,000

Berkshire

The Client

My client is an award-winning events catering company who pride themselves on delivering fabulous and innovative food at a variety of beautiful venues and events. As Head Chef you will be responsible for managing the kitchen team along with creating menus and delivery high-end food to outstanding events and will be willing to go that extra mile.

What does the role entail?

• Responsible for food production, packing and delivery of all events
• Creative and experienced in office work, developing seasonal menus, and kitchen financials
• Monthly stock takes
• Manage the team of full time and freelance chefs
• Create specs for all menus created.
• Recruit and mentor additional chefs where required
• Conduct spot checks of food quality and kitchen cleanliness to ensure the 5* standard

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a head chef within an event catering company, banqueting, hotels or restaurant
• Ability to guide and manage a team
• Be a creative chef always thinking of new ideas
• Passionate about food
• Excellent communication skills
• Flexibility to work some weekends and evenings
• Long term future in the business is wanted.