Head Chef - Robinsons Bar

Purpose

To control all aspects of the kitchen including menu planning and design, purchasing, staffing rostering and training.

Reports to:

Manager

Direct Reports:
Chefs, Kitchen Porters

Area of Business:
Wine Inns

• To manage the day to day running of the kitchen, ensuring that all food is to the required standard
• To manage cost and quality control for both incoming and outgoing goods
• To ensure that goods are stored in the correct conditions
• To ensure that stock rotation is carried out correctly and is controlled
• To ensure that hygiene procedures are carried out correctly and documented
• To ensure temperature readings are taken accurately on a daily basis
• To implement allergen procedures and guidelines
• To ensure the health and safety of his / her team at all times
• To manage all menus in relation to costing, planning and pricing to specified deadlines
• To performance manage and develop the kitchen team on an ongoing basis
• To oversee and monitor training of junior members of the team
• To monitor and control food wastage
  
  To ensure there is proper staff training and this is recorded accurately
• To ensure that a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance is maintained at all times within the kitchen
• Any other duties relevant and related to the post

• NVQ Level 2 & Level 3 in Food Preparation and Cooking or equivalent qualification is essential
• Intermediate Food Safety Certificate essential

• 5 years minimum experience in a busy kitchen environment, with at least 2 years previous experience at a senior level within the kitchen
• Experience of menu planning and pricing
• Full knowledge of EHO regulations, due diligence, temperature checking and record keeping in line with all EHO regulations
• Experience of leading a team of chefs

• Other staff in the premises
• Suppliers
• Other Chefs in Company

• Flexible regarding hours of work

Note:

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

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