Chef Job Description

We are looking for a chef to lead our kitchen team and deliver consistently excellent food. You will design and update the menu, organise production and service, manage purchasing and food costs, and ensure that hygiene and food safety rules are followed every day. You will lead cooks and kitchen staff, work closely with the dining room team, and take pride in guest satisfaction and the reputation of the restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Design, test and update menus and daily specials according to season, concept and budget
• Lead and organise the kitchen brigade during preparation and service
• Ensure consistent quality, taste and presentation of every dish
• Order ingredients, manage stock and negotiate with suppliers
• Monitor food cost, waste and portion control and propose corrective actions
• Apply and monitor hygiene, food safety and allergen procedures in line with the rules that apply in your country
• Recruit, train and develop cooks and kitchen assistants
• Plan staff schedules and manage the working rota fairly
• Maintain kitchen equipment, cleanliness and organisation
• Collaborate with the restaurant manager and dining room team on service, events and guest feedback

Requirements

• Professional culinary training or equivalent experience in a professional kitchen
• Several years of experience in a kitchen, including leading a section or a team
• Strong command of cooking techniques and of kitchen organisation
• Solid understanding of hygiene, food safety and allergen management
• Ability to calculate food costs and manage a budget
• Leadership and communication skills under pressure
• Availability for evenings, weekends and holidays

Nice to Have

• Experience in a hotel, high-volume restaurant or catering operation
• Knowledge of specific cuisines or dietary specialities
• Experience with kitchen management or ordering software
• Training in nutrition or menu engineering