Head Chef

We are keen to appoint a Head Chef to oversee the operation of our culinary operation. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the culinary function, from the organisation of the kitchen to the sourcing of suppliers to a creative menu design, to enhance the overall dining experience.

Reporting to :             General / Assistant Manager

Responsible for:         Team of Chefs / Kitchen Porters

This role will involve;

• The smooth operation of the culinary function
• Management and rota scheduling
• Creative menu planning
• HACCP and Hygiene
• Stock ordering, rotation and stocktakes
• Supplier / Ingredient sourcing
• Training
• Health & Safety
• Customer Satisfaction and Quality maintenance
• Reactive to customer feedback
• Maintain personal knowledge by completing in house / External training
• Adherence to our company policies, procedures, and Food Safety Legislation
• Involvement and contribution to team meetings
• Carry out instructions given by the management
• Forward thinking and planning

The Ideal Candidate will;

• be dedicated to the culinary arts with a creative vision
• have strong organisation and communication skills
• be a motivated individual who can motivate others
• have a creative flare with attention to detail and consistency
• demonstrate a passionate commitment to the business
• welcome and embrace change with a positive attitude
• have strong decision making skills
• deliver high standards in the kitchen as well as personal hygiene
• Maintain excellent time keeping and attendance
• Be professional at all times
• be a good team player
• be customer focused

Specification

• NVQ + in catering a Food Safety
• 4 years+ served in a busy culinary environment with 2 years+ holding a similar role
• Proven success of operating a successful kitchen with 5* Hygiene Rating
• Understanding of Current Market Trends and adaptation into culinary operations
• A full clean drivers licence may be considered advantageous

T Mc Conaghy & Sons ltd Offers:

• A competitive Salary circa: £30-£35K
• 4 day working week
• Up to 6 weeks Paid holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Contributory Pension
• Uniform supplied

This is a great opportunity for a motivated and focused Chef, offering career development and enhancement working with progressive management for a successful family run business established for almost 60 years in one of Armagh’s premier licenced venues.

The successful candidate will have the satisfaction and autonomy of running a kitchen exactly to their preferences and developing the culinary operation further within the Courthouse Bar.

Closing date Tuesday 31st January 2023.