Head Chef - The M Kitchen (The Meze) - Bexleyheath
Chef & Cook, Bexley
Head Chef - The M Kitchen (The Meze) - Bexleyheath
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Chef & Cook, Bexley
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 day ago, 8 Jun | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 5e5661d186d940528f074d33e897eea3
Location ref: Bexley
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and passionate individual to join The M Kitchen (The Meze), a busy modern Turkish restaurant with a twist in Bexleyheath, as our Head Chef. This is a significant opportunity for a talented chef with strong Turkish grill and charcoal cooking expertise, ready to take full control of kitchen operations and drive our culinary vision forward., As Head Chef, you will be the heart of our kitchen, responsible for managing all culinary aspects, maintaining exceptional food quality, leading and inspiring the team, and ensuring seamless day-to-day operations in a dynamic environment.,
- Overseeing all kitchen operations and service delivery.
- Leading, training, and motivating the kitchen team to achieve excellence.
- Upholding and elevating high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
- Managing stock control, efficient ordering, and fostering strong supplier relationships.
- Ensuring strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance.
- Controlling kitchen costs and actively minimising waste.
- Developing and maintaining authentic Turkish menu standards, reflecting our modern twist.
- Collaborating closely with management to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef. - Strong, demonstrable experience in Turkish grill and charcoal cooking.
- Excellent knowledge of traditional Turkish cuisine and modern cooking methods.
- Outstanding leadership and kitchen management skills.
- Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Comprehensive understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
- A reliable, organised, and hands-on approach to kitchen leadership., English - Advanced
Working hours are structured as follows: - Monday to Thursday: From 5:00 PM
- Friday, Saturday & Sunday: From 12:00 PM This role is based in Bexleyheath, South East London, an area well-served by excellent transport links from across London. We offer a competitive salary based on your experience, complemented by performance incentives for the right candidate.