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JR245: Chef Location: Levens, KendalSalary: Competitive Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Chef on behalf of one of our clients. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. Duties and Responsibilities:
- Order food stock appropriate to sales levels and not over order.
- Return sub-standard deliveries with the appropriate paperwork and contact suppliers, informing the Food & Beverage / Restaurant Manager of any supplier issues.
- Sign for all deliveries, where possible.
- Prepare food for service appropriate to sales levels.
- Monitor and control stock levels ensuring there are no shortfalls and that stock rotation is followed and all store rooms, fridges and freezers are in order.
- Prepare recipes and ensure the team are fully trained in delivering to a set standard.
- Ensure that the storage of food meets company and statutory Health and Safety and Food Hygiene requirements.
- Ensure temperature records and food labelling is maintained and up to date.
- Ensure that the kitchen is clean and hygienic, making sure cleaning rotas are adhered to and records kept.
- Ensure the kitchen uniform and personal hygiene requirements are adhered to.
- To undergo specific training as indicated by the Manager as and when required.
- Take all reasonable steps to protect the health, safety and welfare of all employees, patrons and visitors, by promoting safe working practices.
- Comply with company policies, rules and procedures at all times.
- Any other duties as required by your line manager commensurate with your role.
Skills and Qualifications:
- The ability to constantly perform well in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organisational skills to ensure the smooth running of a kitchen.
- Previous experience within the leisure and tourism industry – desirable.
- Experience within a similar role.
- High standards of personal and food hygiene.
- Food Hygiene Certificate.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- The ability to write menus that are both creative and profitable.
- Catering Qualifications. - desirable
Location: Levens, KendalSalary: Competitive
