Positions Vacant

Head Chef (The Seafood Bar)

Full Time
Falmouth, Cornwall
£36000 - £42000

The Role

It is with great sadness that our Head Chef Andy is leaving the Seafood Bar for pastures new. Andy has been with us from day 1 and after 5 years at the helm has decided to seek out a new opportunity up country. It’s no secret that Andy has managed to create something very special in our little venue. These are big shoes to fill. But, fill them we must.

The Seafood Bar is our little bar based on Quay Hill in Falmouth, it’s small but prides itself on delivering some of the finest Seafood Falmouth has to offer. Small plates of premium locally sourced seafood put together into interesting dishes that complement the beer and wine on offer.

The role allows for creative freedom, adding your own flair and imagination to the food coming from the kitchen. You will work closely with your team to create dishes that reflect the flavour and craft also represented in our beers.

You will need to be able to manage a small kitchen and small team. Working closely with the bar manager as well as all of the staff, this is a team effort. Hospitality is the order of the day at the Seafood Bar.

Duties

• Plan and execute menus
• Hire, supervise and train kitchen staff
• Train staff on new cooking techniques, recipes and safety procedures
• Monitor stock levels and order accordingly
• Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen and kitchen equipment
• Oversee food preparation to ensure high quality standards are maintained
• Ensure compliance with food safety legislation and maintain 5* rating
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and restaurant management on new dishes and specials
• Manage food costs, liaising with suppliers and using seasonal local produce
• Maintain relations with suppliers
• Writing kitchen staff schedules

Skills

• Extensive experience in the hospitality industry, preferably in a seafood restaurant
• Strong knowledge of food and culinary expertise
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team in a fast paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organisation skills
• Ability to prep and cook a high volume of food

To apply please send a CV and covering letter to - seafoodbar@verdantbrewing.co