Head Chef

Job Title: Head Chef

Location: Boundary Outlet, Colne

Hours: 40 hours per week working 5 days out of 7

About Us:
Boundary Outlet is a destination for shoppers who value quality and great experiences. Our in-store cafés and restaurants provide delicious food and exceptional service, making every visit memorable. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Head Chefto join our team and support the leadership of Bannister's Restaurant's kitchen operations.

Role Overview:

You will playa pivotal role inoverseeing food preparation, cooking, and kitchen operations. Responsibilities include leading and coaching the kitchen team, enforcingfood hygiene and safety, maintaining equipment and inventory, and upholding quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Motivate and support the kitchen team to ensure effectivedaily operations.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation, ensuring all dishes meet quality standards.
• Monitor and analysecustomer feedback striving for a culture of continuous improvement.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering supplies to minimise waste and control costs.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety regulations, and company policies.
• Train, develop, and motivate kitchen staff to perform at their best.
• Work in collaboration with the Front of House team to ensure excellence in customer dining experiences.
• Handle any kitchen-related issues, including equipment maintenance and problem-solving.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a senior chef role.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• A comprehensiveunderstanding of food hygiene and safety regulations (Level 2 or higher Food Hygiene Certificate preferred).
• Passion for delivering high-quality food and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

The Perks:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long Service Awards
• Store Discount
• Free Parking
• Social working hours (aligned to Retail Store opening times)
• Subsidisied Meals
• Learning & Development Training
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Life Assurance Scheme