Head Chef

2 weeks ago

Islington London Greater, United Kingdom Almeida Theatre Careers Full time

Key Responsibilities

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

• Creating and delivering a menu of 5-8 items on a daily basis

• Working some service shifts (until 8.30) serving up high quality dishes in a short time frame (this includes washing up & cleaning down the kitchen)

• Delegating and handing over some service shifts to part-time kitchen staff and ensuring they comply with high standards of preparation, presentation and all aspects of food hygiene

• Devising and delivering catering for up to 60 people during rehearsals approximately every 8 weeks

• Washing up and keeping the kitchen clean at all times

• Ordering kitchen supplies, liaising with suppliers, price checking

• Ensuring the correct storage of supplies and stock rotation

• Actively reviewing and recording the kitchen’s food safety practices and systems

• Carrying out a monthly food stock check

• Working with the Bar Manager on recording expenditure and income on the food operation

• Working with the Bar Manager to maintain a healthy GP, increase food sales and profitability

• Adhering to the Company’s Health and Safety policy at all times

• Any other duties as required.



Person Specification:



Essential:

• Creativity, a passion for food and flexibility to adapt menus to suit the unique needs of actors, directors, and theatre-goers.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

• Proven experience of creating recipes and food management systems that can be easily delegated and communicated

• Proven experience in a kitchen environment, with a demonstrated ability to minimize waste and maximise ingredients without compromising on taste or quality.

• Align with our theatre's commitment to ethical practices by championing sustainability and responsible food sourcing.

• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to according business needs

• Attention to detail and good organisational skills

• Great people skills and able to work as part of a team

• Good written and spoken English



Desirable:

• Food Hygiene Certificate

• Experience of working in a commercial kitchen

• Interest in working in an arts environment

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