Head Chef - Winter 2016/17

We are seeking a Head Chef to join us to head up one of our overseas kitchens. Our restaurant La Terrasse is in one of the best locations in Chamonix centre. Sitting on the edge of the river, this art-deco building has a fantastic south-west facing terrace overlooking the central square with views towards Mont Blanc. Key Responsibilities: • To ensure that the customers consistently enjoy high quality meals with a high standard of presentation • Stock Control, Menu Planning and Costing, keeping to a weekly budget • To comply with all regulatory health and hygiene standards and legislation • To train, manage and motivate the kitchen team Your duties include: • To set up and organise the kitchen at the beginning of the season • To work closely with the manager to develop a suitable menu plan, in accordance with the standards manual and set budget • Plan and order supplies to a pre set budget Training, managing and motivating staff to producing their best performance and ensuring a well run kitchen, including organising staff rotasStock control – stock taking, ordering and receiving supplies, and budget control • Minimising wastage and ensuring good portion control to maximise profitability • Preparation and cooking of all food • Catering for all staff meals within a set budget • Maintain high standards of hygiene in both kitchen and stores, including producing cleaning schedules and following all aspects of the company H&S policy • Liaison and co-ordination with the bar and restaurant to ensure overall smooth running • Conducting department meetings, and attending weekly management and general staff meetings • Ensuring HACCP records are maintained correctly Essential Requirements: • Health & Safety Food Hygiene certificates • 1 years’ experience managing a kitchen • Implement HACCP procedures • UK/EU Passport holder • UK National Insurance Number • UK bank account