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Blue Arrow

Hitchin / Global

Head Chef

  • £30000 - £32000/annum enhanced holiday, workplace pension

Job Summary

Salary Range:
£30000 - £32000/annum enhanced holiday, workplace pension
Benefits:
Pension Employee Discount
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Job Description

As Head Chef, you will have full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, including:

Planning, costing and delivering high-quality menus for residential courses, meetings, private functions, events and lettings.

Leading and motivating a team of chefs and kitchen assistants.

Managing stock control, ordering, food cost budgets and monthly stock takes.

Ensuring full compliance with Food Safety, Hygiene and Health & Safety legislation.

Managing kitchen administration, maintenance schedules and operational procedures.

Preparing and producing high-quality meals that cater to a wide range of dietary, cultural and medical requirements.

Supporting the Hospitality Operations Manager in the successful running of the catering operation.About You

We are looking for someone who:

Has previous experience in a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef role.

Has strong leadership and team management skills.

Is experienced in menu development, food costing and budget management.

Has excellent knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP/SFBB procedures and kitchen compliance requirements.

Thrives in a busy hospitality environment and can adapt to varying business needs.

Has a passion for delivering outstanding food and excellent customer service.

Is organised, proactive and able to work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary of £30,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Workplace pension scheme.

Additional staff benefits.

A supportive and welcoming working environment.

The opportunity to be part of a respected organisation at the heart of the UK's music and arts community.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people...

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Blue Arrow

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Established in 1959, Blue Arrow is the UK’s best-known staffing agency, forging meaningful connections between job seekers and job opportunities while bridging staffing gaps for businesses across diverse industry sectors.

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