Culinary Team Lead

1 day ago


Saffron Walden, United Kingdom Restaurant Associates Full time

We are seeking a talented Culinary Team Lead to join our team at Restaurant Associates. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a dedicated team of chefs and contributing to the creation of outstanding dishes with top-quality ingredients.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional culinary skills, including presentation and menu development. They will also possess strong leadership abilities, inspiring and managing a team to drive sales through exciting promotions and creative food presentations.

A key aspect of this role is implementing innovative menu ideas and taking a hands-on approach to cooking. The successful candidate will also be responsible for managing all aspects of food safety and health & safety, while monitoring kitchen costs to stay within budget.

Our restaurant offers a competitive salary of £44,500 per annum and a 40-hour workweek across 5 days out of 7. This provides variety and balance in your working life.

If you're a dynamic leader who can inspire and manage a team, with a passion for high-quality food and excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and inspiring a dedicated team
  • Implementing innovative menu ideas
  • Driving sales through exciting promotions and creative food presentations
  • Managing all aspects of food safety and health & safety
  • Monitoring kitchen costs

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

  • Exceptional culinary and presentation skills
  • Strong leadership abilities
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Organized and proactive approach

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