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Head Chef

Britten Pears Arts

Head Chef

£31000

Britten Pears Arts, Saxmundham, Suffolk

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 15 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: e77a7cab16b240d3b0e4442dd6a59c6f

Full Job Description

  • Uphold food, portion control, and allergen control standards.

  • Ensure that all procedures are correctly carried out.

  • Provide guidance and support to junior staff members.

  • Support in key organisational tasks, leading in some circumstances.

  • Actively input into menu design and dish creation.

  • Deliver administrative support to the Executive Chef on allergens, menu spec and recipe production.

  • Order and maintain correct stock levels.

  • Support in conducting and ensuring accurate and timely reporting of stocktakes.

  • Attend management meetings in absence of Senior Chef Team.

  • Deliver reports accurately and on time.

  • Maintain up-to-date records - these may include staff training records as well as cleaning and temperature charts.

  • Control supplies and equipment and re-order when necessary.

  • Have a strong understanding and hands on approach to Marketman, Procurement and Costing software. (Ongoing training will be provided)

  • Support Catering Operations Manager in Training and guidance of Front of House Team where required.

    Has a minimum of 1 years Sous Chef experience or equivalent.

  • Has had involvement in recruiting, training team members and planning rotas.

  • Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to plan ahead.

  • Accurate and efficient administration skills.

  • Excellent communication, both verbally and in writing.

  • Up-to-date knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety and Food Standards Legislation.

  • A quick thinker, with the ability to problem solve and multitask without compromising quality of service.

  • Keeps calm under pressure, always demonstrates tact and diplomacy towards others.

  • Demonstrates a personal commitment to EDI.

  • Has personal credibility, leads by example and able to represent the organisation with professionalism and integrity., Sous Chef: 1 year (required)

    Snape Maltings Trading Ltd is the wholly owned subsidiary of Britten Pears Arts (BPA), a pioneering music, arts and heritage charity based on the Suffolk coast at two popular, historic visitor destinations: The Red House and Snape Maltings. 100% of the profits from our restaurants and cafes go towards the charitable work of Britten Pears Arts.


    • Our year-round catering venues include Malt Café and Takeaway and River View Café and Bar and River View Restaurant at Snape Maltings which is also a licensed wedding venue and hosts a variety of events throughout the year.

    Our Kitchen team has a well-respected leader and friendly colleagues who are experienced and passionate about what they do. The working environment is busy, but organised and would suit someone looking for work- life balance whilst also being able to play a part in delivering a good quality and interesting menu.

    £29,000 - £31,000 a year - Permanent, Full-time, Pulled from the full job description
  • Company events

  • Company pension

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Discounted or free food

  • Employee discount

  • Free parking

  • Health & wellbeing programme, Working at Snape Maltings comes with many benefits, including no split-shifts and, wherever possible an 8am or 9am start and a 5pm or 6pm finish. During peak periods and for events/functions there will be evening shifts and longer days, but these are planned in advance. We offer opportunities for career development, a wellbeing plan, life assurance, a cycle to work scheme, staff discount and complementary tickets to attend concerts., Good work-life balance, 8/9am-5/6pm most of the year.

  • Evening shifts finishing no later than 9.30/10pm.

  • Regular hours.

  • No split shifts.

  • Support for career development.

  • Staff discount.

  • Work in a beautiful setting.

  • Complimentary tickets.

  • Simplyhealth Plan (perm staff, after 6 months).

  • Pension Scheme.

  • Life Assurance Scheme (perm staff, after 3 months).


    • We are an equal opportunities employer and believe that diversity strengthens and enriches us. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates of all ages and from all backgrounds, in particular from minority ethnic backgrounds and disabled candidates who are currently under-represented at Snape Maltings.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Pay: £29,000.00-£31,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Company events

  • Company pension

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Discounted or free food

  • Employee discount

  • Free parking

  • Health & wellbeing programme

  • Life insurance

  • On-site parking

  • Sick pay

  • Store discount


    • Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

  • Weekend availability


    • Supplemental pay types:
  • Tips