Head Chef – Up to £45,000 per annual including tronc
Steak and Company – Gloucester Road
About Us:
Steak and Company is a premium casual dining restaurant group renowned for its exceptional steaks, vibrant atmosphere, and unparalleled customer service. With a commitment to delivering a memorable dining experience, we pride ourselves on the quality of our food, the warmth of our hospitality, and the passion of our team members. Join us in creating unforgettable moments for our guests in an environment where excellence is the standard.
Position Overview:
As a Head Chef, you’ll lead the kitchen and take full responsibility for delivering high-quality food and a smooth operation. You’ll manage and inspire the kitchen team, plan menus, oversee stock and deliveries, and make sure all food is prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standard. You’ll also ensure the kitchen is well-organised, safe, and compliant with hygiene regulations, all while creating excellent dining experiences for guests.
Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Mentoring: Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team, supporting the development of CDPs, Commis Chefs, and other staff to achieve excellence.
- Administration & Planning: Oversee team rotas, manage stock takes, complete food wastage reports, and ensure accurate kitchen records are maintained.
- Quality Control: Maintain the highest culinary standards by ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning of all dishes.
- Menu Knowledge: To always ensure you are familiar with and adhere to all recipes and have the knowledge and ability to maintain and run all sections in the kitchen.
- Food Safety & Hygiene: Enforce strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations at all times.
- Stock & Supplier Management: Manage stock levels and rotation, minimize wastage, and build strong relationships with suppliers to secure quality produce.
- Equipment Oversight: Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely, properly maintained, and promptly repaired when necessary.
- Kitchen Standards: Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment, upholding professional standards across all sections.
- Reporting: All complaints, incidents, accidents and other irregularities to the General Manager and Operations Team.
- Team Recruitment: Ensure that all kitchen sections are adequately staffed with chefs trained and qualified to work those sections.
- Team Communication: Foster clear and effective communication within the kitchen team and with other departments to ensure smooth service.
- Meetings and Training: Attend and contribute to management meetings, audits, and training sessions as required.
- Professionalism: Lead by example with a professional appearance, attitude, and approach in all aspects of the role.
- COSHH Compliance: Strictly adhere to Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) guidelines and procedures.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume restaurant
- Strong culinary skills and knowledge of cooking techniques
- Experience in managing and leading a team of kitchen staff
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding kitchen environment
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Benefits:
- A free staff meal on shift
- 50% discount on food and drink for you and 3 guests
- Career progression in a fast-growing company
- Access to a retail discount app full of high street brands
- Partnership with Hospitality Action – a platform made to support hospitality workers
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