Head Chef - Orpington

Head Chef - Orpington

An opportunity has arisen for a Head Chef to join our team to ensure our standards for food, quality and service are maintained which will result in customer satisfaction and repeat business.

You will be responsible for overseeing the team whilst also ensuring that the kitchen runs smoothly.

You will be responsible for the following:

• To provide, manage and develop a high quality catering service
• To maintain effective control of Food & Beverage services and budgets within the required margins
• Comply with set menus which reflect Mytime's standard of using fresh, high quality and seasonal products
• Prepare, cook and present all meals attractively. The majority of dishes will be made in-house
• Supervise food delivery and presentation
• Order all supplies cost-effectively using nominated and approved suppliers
• Ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in the kitchen
• Keep stock secure at all times, storing foodstuffs appropriately and maintain accurate records. Avoid unnecessary wastage and deterioration of foodstuffs
• Manage catering staff to ensure a professional safe, clean and efficient kitchen operation. Ensure that all staff are trained in food handling and preparation, the use of all equipment personal hygiene, serving, food storage and in keeping the required Mytime records
• Ensure equipment is used appropriately and for its designed use. Report any equipment defects and withdraw from use immediately
• Comply with Mytime policies in terms of Food Safety and Health & Safety, completing and storing all records as outlined in the Quality Management System
• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues at all times
• Attend and participate in training sessions and meetings as and when required
• To carry out all duties with regard to Health & Safety requirements and regulations according to the Health & Safety Policy
• To operate a professional, safe and cost effective catering service within the company's operational standards, complying with all statutory requirements.

About you



* Food Safety Certificate Level 2/ 3 or equivalent
* Previous experience of running a busy kitchen environment, managing GP's, overseeing a team of chefs
* Knowledge of current F&B best practice
* Commercial awareness