Head Chef

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We are looking for an experienced, clean and organised Head Chef to lead our kitchen team (6 in winter ca 10 in summer ) for our fun and busy beach side bistro.Summers are busy with up to 400 covers a day between breakfast, lunch and dinner

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of launching a new elevated menu and rebranding with Joe Baker ( from petchi restaurant ) at the helm of Le Braye as Operations Director /Exec Chef.

We are a casual dining restaurant but with emphasis on seasonal cooking using local / mediterranean ingredients .

About the role

-The Head Chef will be fully responsible for the daily kitchen operations ensuring a high standard of preparation and presentation .

-Lead, train and motivate the kitchen team creating a calm and supportive environment .

-Manage stock control, wastage, ordering and GP

-Implement excellent food and safety measures, ensuring we maintain our 5 star hygiene rating

-Kitchen rota, managing wage percentages

-Work in conjunction with EXEC chef delivering seasonal menus

What we offer

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Competitive Salary with bonus scheme

-Supportive professional Working environment ( with a view )

-License to live and work in Jersey

-Accomodation with reduced rent as part of package if required

- Good Work /Life Balance

-Summer mix of straight and split shifts

-Winter mainly straight shifts , only 2 evenings per week

- 2 days off per week

About you

Several years experience at Head Chef or Senior Sous Level with proven Leadership skills

Must keep calm under pressure and enjoy the buzz of a busy place

Excellent English including keyboard/ computer skills

-Passion for good food and good ingredients

-Must have valid driving license About us

We are a family business and have run this iconic bistro for over 14 years , Joe Junior has now joined the business as Operations Director.

Ca 100 covers inside and ca 80 outside

We are open all year round , 7 days in summer including evenings , mainly day time in winter .

We are located on St Ouen s beach in Jersey , surfing etc on the doorstep, but a little remote hence own transport essential

We care deeply about creating a happy atmosphere at work and about giving people a great dining experience

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