HEAD CHEF - HOOKED

About the position

Are you ready to take ownership of a kitchen – both on the floor and behind the scenes? We are looking for an energetic and proactive Head Chef who can lead our kitchen team and ensure high quality in both food and operations.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of the kitchen team: recruitment, training, motivation and daily guidance
• Planning and management of daily operations as well as duty rosters in collaboration with management
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation and portioning according to Hooked standards
• Handling of stock, orders and receiving goods as well as optimization of stock levels and waste reduction
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, cleaning and safety standards
• Administrative tasks such as approval of invoices, shifts and participation in operations meetings
• Collaboration with front-of-house to ensure flow between kitchen and service and customer satisfaction
• Be a visible leader in the kitchen and lead by example during busy periods

We are looking for a person who

• Has experience working in kitchens, preferably as a manager or with extended responsibilities
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment, maintains overview and works in a structured way under pressure
• Wants to gain leadership experience and has the ability to develop, motivate and retain a team
• Is interested in the financial side of a Kitchen and working with material usage and wage percentage
• Is quality- and hygiene-conscious and follows applicable rules
• Is ready for a challenge, motivated by responsibility, eager to take ownership of the kitchen and lead as a manager

We offer

• A full-time position in an ambitious and growing company
• An young, energetic and social working environment
• Responsibility and significant influence on the kitchen's daily operations
• Good opportunities for professional and personal development as well as leadership experience

Does that sound like something for you?

Send a short application and CV — we look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to Hooked.