About this role
Head Chef – Belfast City Centre (Permanent)
Salary: £45,000–£50,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Reed is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-known and highly respected hospitality group for a Head Chef to join one of their popular bars located in Belfast City Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with an excellent reputation, operating several leading bars and restaurants across Northern Ireland.
Why Apply? – Excellent Company Benefits
29 days holiday (increasing with length of service)Contributory pension schemeEmployee discount scheme across Bars, Off Sales and Convenience StoresGenuine focus on work/life balanceFlexibility of working hoursCareer progression and development opportunitiesFull training providedEmployee Assistance Programme Role Overview
As Head Chef, you will oversee the full operation of a busy kitchen, managing a team of 7 chefs. You will take ownership of menu planning and design, purchasing, stock control, staff training, rostering and ensuring consistently high-quality food standards.
Essential Criteria
NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Food Preparation and Cooking (or equivalent)Intermediate Food Safety CertificateMinimum 5 years’ experience in a busy kitchen, including at least 2 years in a senior roleStrong experience in menu planning and pricingFull understanding of EHO regulations, due diligence, temperature checks and record keepingProven experience leading and developing a kitchen teamFlexibility with working hours Main Duties & Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day running of the kitchen to company standardsMaintain cost and quality control of all goodsEnsure correct storage, stock control and rotationOversee hygiene procedures and ensure accurate documentationRecord daily temperature checksImplement allergen procedures and guidelinesChampion health & safety within the kitchen teamManage menu costing, planning and pricing to deadlinesPerformance manage and develop the kitchen teamTrain, mentor and support junior staffControl and monitor food wastageEnsure training is completed and accurately recordedMaintain high levels of personal hygiene and kitchen presentationCarry out any other duties relevant to the role If you are ready for your next career move, please submit an up to date CV today via the “Apply” link, or you can call the Branch and speak to Donna