Chef Manager

ark are currently recruiting for a Chef Manager to join our team at one of our client site. The successful candidate will assume full responsibility for the ordering, production and serving of all food on a day-to-day basis, thus ensuring a smooth day-to-day service. This role is suited to a Chef Manager with a conscientious approach who has the commitment to deliver an exceptional service in line with customer / client demands.

This is a Monday to Friday position with flexible morning hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Assume full responsibility to produce food and to constantly introduce new and innovative menu options
• Ensure that all daily menus are balanced and meet our customer requirements
• Work with the Regional Manager to ensure, client and customer requirements are exceeded
• Be flexible in their approach and will have the ability to meet with Clients
• Have full financial accountability for the catering operation (driving sales, GP, labour, and overheads)
• Achieve budgeted gross margin through consistent costing and menu planning
• Ensure the highest standards of Health and Safety and HACCP are maintained in the catering facility
• Manage and develop the catering team

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar food service environment
• An innovative approach to menu design with strong attention to detail
• 2-3 years experience as a sous chef or head chef
• Previous experience in Managing a Catering Team
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and the ability to innovate
• Commercial acumen, strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
• All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence