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Kitchen Lead
Eastlands Venue Services Limited
Manchester, GBR
Full-time
Mid
Onsite
Discovered 2 weeks ago
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Day to Day Responsibilities
- Lead the brigade during preparation and service, ensuring exceptional standards are maintained at all times.
- Support the Chef Manager in organising daily operations and service delivery.
- Coach, mentor and develop junior chefs, providing guidance and constructive feedback.
- Lead by example, promoting a collaborative, professional and high-performing kitchen culture.
- Prepare and deliver dishes to Michelin-inspired standards with exceptional consistency and precision.
- Ensure every plate meets agreed presentation, quality and flavour standards.
- Support menu development, tastings and seasonal menu changes.
- Monitor quality throughout service and respond quickly to any issues.
- Present dishes directly to guests with confidence and professionalism.
- Explain ingredients, techniques and the inspiration behind each course.
- Create engaging guest interactions that enhance the overall dining experience.
- Work seamlessly with the Service Lead to deliver an exceptional end-to-end guest journey.
- Support stock control, ordering and inventory management.
- Minimise waste and contribute to achieving GP targets.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, allergen and hygiene legislation.
- Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment.
- Support the Chef Manager with training, onboarding and performance development.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie within a premium restaurant, luxury hotel, Michelin-starred or Rosette environment.
- Experience leading a team during busy services.
- Exceptional culinary skills with meticulous attention to detail and presentation.
- Passion for delivering world-class food and hospitality.
- Confidence presenting dishes and interacting directly with guests.
- Strong coaching and people development skills.
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