Senior Kitchen Leader

7 hours ago


South Ruislip, United Kingdom Ottolenghi Full time

Welcome to Ottolenghi Richmond, where we are passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality and serving bold, creative dishes. As a Senior Kitchen Leader, you will be a key member of our kitchen team, supporting the Head Chef in running the kitchen efficiently and helping to maintain the high standards of quality and consistency that Ottolenghi is famous for.

Job Title: Senior Kitchen Leader

Location: Richmond

Estimated Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum

Job Description:

About the Role:

In this exciting opportunity, you will have the chance to lead a kitchen team, assist in menu development, and help establish the high standards Ottolenghi is known for in a brand-new location. As a Senior Kitchen Leader, you will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef in running the kitchen efficiently, overseeing the preparation of seasonal, creative dishes, and maintaining the high standards of quality and consistency.

Key Responsibilities:

  • SUPPORT THE HEAD CHEF IN RUNNING THE KITCHEN EFFICIENTLY
  • HELP MAINTAIN HIGH STANDARDS OF QUALITY AND CONSISTENCY
  • ASSIST IN MENU DEVELOPMENT AND RECIPE CREATION
  • LEAD AND COMMUNICATE WITH THE TEAM
  • MOTIVATE AND INSPIRE A TEAM TO DELIVER EXCELLENCE
  • KNOWLEDGEABLE OF FOOD SAFETY AND SANITATION REGULATIONS

Benefits:

Single day time shifts only, no evening shifts
The chance to be a part of a new and exciting Ottolenghi venue
Chefs uniform
Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy or Primary Care Giver Parent Pay and Paternity Pay after 2 years of service
Health benefits package
28 days holiday and pension scheme
Excellent training plan
Refer a friend scheme, £500 each
Monthly cooking demos and food, wine, and cocktail workshops in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
Opportunity to develop your career with a strong learning culture and internal progression

We Are Looking For:

A motivated Sous Chef who is looking to take on a new challenge and become a leader in our kitchen team. You should have excellent leadership and communication skills, knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations, and the ability to motivate and inspire a team to deliver excellence.



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