Head Chef

Head Chef Salary £42,000 plus gratuities Live in available We are a North Leeds Hotel currently looking to recruit a passionate Head Chef to manage our busy and friendly Kitchen Brigade, serving a modern gastro pub menu. We are looking for applicants who can inspire their team, instilling the passion that ensures all food that leaves the kitchen is of the highest standard. The ideal candidate will have a friendly, enthusiastic can do attitude, and exceptional attention to detail and a desire to deliver the best experience to our guests. JOB SUMMARY Your tasks as a Head Chef will include but not be limited to: Overall responsibility for the daily operations in the kitchen, ensuring meals are prepared to the highest standard. Monitor food preparation and portion sizes, ensuring consistency and compliance with recipes and hotel standards. Remain up to date with the latest food trends within the industry to meet and exceed guest expectations, creating creative menus and new dishes. Strive to become the first choice for eating in the local area through the quality and value for money of the food. Monitor stock levels and ensure that ingredients are fresh and available as needed. Liaise with purchasing companies for food orders. Ensure the highest standard of cleanliness, maintenance and safety in the kitchen at all times. Maintaining and raising the profit margins on food. Ensure satisfaction and seek feedback on menu items. Monitor and manage employee absences within the kitchen department. Undertake reviews with your team. IN RETURN WE OFFER : BUPA Healthcare Training and Development Opportunities Initial 28 days holiday rising to 33 days per year Staff Social Events Referral Program Meals on Duty Free Car Parking Cycle to work scheme Company Pension Food and beverage discount TPBN1_UKCT