Catering Chef

Catering Chef

£30,000 + Benefits

Penrith, Cumbria

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Immediate Start
• Dynamic work environment
• Professional growth and career development opportunities
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Free minibus to work for some locations
• Option to purchase a weeks additional holiday
• Free meal on shift
• 25% of product in farmshop

Join our team as a Team Leader where you will lead the culinary operations at this unique venue. This role is perfect for a skilled culinary professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional food quality using beautiful local produce. Lead a kitchen where passion for local produce and culinary excellence are at the forefront of what they do.

Catering ChefIdeal Profile:

• Experienced in high-volume catering operations, with a strong hands-on cooking background
• Proficient in food safety and health and safety, ensuring all practices comply with regulatory standards.
• Skilled in staff management, including recruitment, development, and scheduling of kitchen teams.
• Ability to efficiently plan daily prep volumes and manage kitchen workflow to meet customer demands without compromising quality.
• Experience working closely with management and other teams to control food stocks, manage waste, and drive sales growth

Catering ChefResponsibilities:

• Oversee the production of every dish, ensuring it meets our established standards for quality and presentation
• Assist the Lead Chef with recruitment, training, and development of the kitchen staff.
• Manage rotas and staff schedules to align with business demands
• Collaborate with the Station Managers to maintain food safety, manage stock levels, and minimize waste
• Work with the Lead Chef and Food and Experience Manager to introduce new products and seasonal menus, ensuring they are communicated effectively to both back and front of house teams.
• Provide continuous feedback to improve kitchen operations and standards

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