Lead Chef

8 hours ago

Chester, United Kingdom Chester Zoo Full time

How would you like to work in an award winning British pub-restaurant which won the Travellers Choice Award in 2020 ranking it in the top 10% of restaurants worldwide?
All of our kitchens are led by our sustainable values.
We work hard to source high quality, local and seasonal produce, are making progress towards zero waste kitchens by 2030.
We also partner with our suppliers to ensure only ethically sourced palm oil enters our kitchens.
Our venues, all held within our 128 acre site of stunning gardens, will jointly operate a turnover of £12.5 million.
As a not for profit, everything we make is ploughed into conservation both here in the UK and around the world.
Your role has a huge part to play in delivering our mission.
The Role Food & Beverage at the zoo includes, The Oakfield, The Square as well as three other restaurants, cafes, and coffee houses.
You will be directly responsible for supporting the Sous Chef and Head Chef in The Oakfield making sure the department is driving the provision of fresh, quality ingredients whilst meeting our sustainable values.
You will be flexible to work in any of our outlets when required.
Whilst you will initially be based in the Oakfield, you may also have the opportunity to work in other Food & Beverage outlets.
You will: Provide support in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
Deputise for the Sous Chef in their absence and act as the first point of contact for service recovery Support the Sous Chef in devising and delivering on-trend restaurant, gastro pub and event menus ahead of competition, ensuring all venues at Chester Zoo maintain its world class reputation Produce food for customers of our restaurants and events to the highest standards in order to maximise profit and deliver a world class experiences Train and mentor Chef de Parties, Line Chefs and Seasonal team members to ensure effective and efficient work practice Work collaboratively with the front of house team to ensure seamless delivery Adhere to, and ensure team members adhere to, health and hygiene, standard operating procedures and safe working practices including food safety systems and associated legislation (for example HACCP) Ensure correct stock levels on a day-to-day basis, placing order requests to the Sous Chef, and accepting deliveries, ensuring they are correct and rotating stock as required The Package Youll be working a variety of shifts, across our core zoo opening hours, as well as covering early mornings and evenings for events or late opening as required.
Permanent contract £28,612.83 per annum based on a 40 hour week 33 days annual leave Annual holiday buy/sell scheme Staff pass so you can visit the zoo during your time off, plus multiple complimentary ticketsfor your friends and family Cycle to work scheme Healthcare plan Discounted gym membership Discounts on cinema tickets, restaurants, high street shops and more via Perks Pension scheme with generous employer contributions up to 9% Our Requirements Demonstrable experience of chef skills in a high-volume business, including hotels, venues, restaurants, pubs and contract catering Able to demonstrate understanding of current restaurant and event food trends Excellent customer service skills Stock handling experience Minimum Level 2 Food Safety Good COSHH understanding and workplace application Good communication and coaching skills More about working for us We celebrate diversity and were building a workplace where everyone belongs, and everyone is included.
We place utmost trust in all our employees and give you the encouragement to do great work.
We expect a can-do attitude, but we dont expect you to do it alone - youll be supported every step of the way.
Youll be given the tools you need to do your job well, and youll be offered further learning in areas theres a gap.
As an international conservation charity, were focused on continuing to make a difference in conservation.
We are Chester Zoo, and together we are creating a future where nature can survive and thrive AMRT1_UKCT

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