Boxford - Head Chef

Overview

The Boxford is a vibrant ambitious Mediterranean restaurant where seasonal creativity precision and excellence are at the hearts of our culinary identity. As Head Chef you will lead and inspire a high-performing kitchen team to deliver exceptional food memorable experiences and operational excellence.

This role requires strong leadership technical expertise an obsession with detail and the ability to maintain calm focus and professionalism within a dynamic kitchen environment.

You will shape the culinary direction of The Boxford - driving innovation developing menus that celebrate flavour and ensuring consistent delivery of outstanding dishes. You will also cultivate a warm respectful and collaborative team culture that supports growth learning and long-term development.

40000 - 55000 (dependent on experience)

• Inspire lead and motivate the kitchen team to achieve business goals and exceptional service standards
• Mentor coach and train team members through regular 1 : 1s PDPs and performance management
• Manage recruitment interviewing hiring onboarding and succession planning
• Create a culture of excellence learning and mutual respect; uphold grooming professionalism and hygiene standards
• Ensure high morale and team engagement through positive daily leadership

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations to ensure smooth efficient service for approximately 65 covers (up to 90 in peak service)
• Oversee food preparation plating and consistency to a high Rosette-level standard
• Maintain impeccable mise en place production cleanliness and adherence to hygiene and food safety protocols
• Ensure the kitchen remains clean efficient and compliant with all H&S legislation (COSHH Food Safety Legal Regulations Environmental Policies)
• Operate and maintain all kitchen equipment to ensure safe and effective 24 / 7 operation

• Lead on menu development bringing seasonal innovative modern Italian flavours to life
• Drive innovation and continuously improve culinary standards techniques and processes
• Guide team members to cook and present dishes of exceptional quality ensuring consistent guest satisfaction

• Manage all food budgets recipe costing GP targets and overall kitchen profitability
• Plan and manage ordering in line with anticipated business levels
• Oversee stock rotation storage food utilisation portion control and waste minimisation

• Complete and oversee all kitchen administration tasks including due diligence logs compliance documentation and daily checklists
• Monitor adherence to all kitchen policies and procedures and implement improvements where required
• Attend and conduct departmental meetings to ensure smooth operational communication across the business
• Manage rotas shift coverage and resource planning across restaurant and events operations
• Anticipate guest needs and manage challenging service situations with professionalism and calm authority

• A nurturing collaborative environment where talent is recognised supported and developed
• Genuine opportunities for progression into Senior leadership roles
• Ongoing training and development to support personal and professional growth
• A culture that celebrates initiative curiosity creativity and attention to detail

Hours per week : 45

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef Senior Sous Chef or Head Chef.
• Proficiency in diverse cooking techniques and cuisines
• Leaving Cert level education or above
• NVQ qualification or equivalent
• Ability to display a real passion for food and customer service
• Flair and innovative with menus and food presentation
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Exceptional attention to detail

• Complimentary meals during shifts
• 28 days holiday increasing with length of service
• Life Assurance
• Recommend-a-friend scheme with significant referral bonuses
• Access to Perkbox offering discounts across gyms travel shopping gadgets and more
• Reward programmes long service awards staff recognition and performance incentives
• Workplace pension scheme
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company
• Employee Assistance Programme & wellbeing hub
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Full-time

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