Head Chef

Head Chef This is a family-run restaurant based in Sussex that emphasises traditional values whilst consistently serving high-quality food. Leadership has remained within the founding family, keeping a personal, local focus. About the Head Chef job The Head Chef is responsible for leading the kitchen to deliver high-quality dishes while driving sales and profitability. You will create innovative menus, ensure food is prepared and presented to the highest standards, and manage stock and supplier orders effectively as well as leading, training, and developing the kitchen team to maximise performance, while ensuring full compliance with health and safety regulations and maintaining excellent standards during audits and inspections. Key tasks Ensure every dish is prepared and presented in line with the set specifications by supervising all aspects of food preparation to maintain consistency and quality whilst delivering excellent food execution. Maintain the highest standards of organisation and presentation and work collaboratively with front-of-house managers to operate as one cohesive team and liaise closely with the Manager to support smooth kitchen operations. You will place all food orders accurately and on time with the correct suppliers. Be responsible for the recruitment, training, and ongoing development of all kitchen team members, ensuring they are fully supported and equipped to perform at their best. Demonstrate confidence and competence during EHO inspections and ..... full job details .....