Head Chef

The Almeida Theatre

Head Chef

£32000

The Almeida Theatre, Tufnell Park, Islington

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 17 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: b3d6fc2030a54034b027ad37f54501a4

Full Job Description

To devise, cook and serve the café's menu; to keep the kitchen a clean & safe place to work; to keep the kitchen running efficiently & profitably.,

  • Creating and delivering a menu of 5-8 items on a daily basis

  • Working some service shifts (until 8.30) serving up high quality dishes in a short time frame (this includes washing up & cleaning down the kitchen)

  • Delegating and handing over some service shifts to part-time kitchen staff and ensuring they comply with high standards of preparation, presentation and all aspects of food hygiene

  • Devising and delivering catering for up to 60 people during rehearsals approximately every 8 weeks

  • Washing up and keeping the kitchen clean at all times

  • Ordering kitchen supplies, liaising with suppliers, price checking

  • Ensuring the correct storage of supplies and stock rotation

  • Actively reviewing and recording the kitchen's food safety practices and systems

  • Carrying out a monthly food stock check

  • Working with the Bar Manager on recording expenditure and income on the food operation

  • Working with the Bar Manager to maintain a healthy GP, increase food sales and profitability

  • Adhering to the Company's Health and Safety policy at all times

  • Any other duties as required.

    Disability Confident

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