Chef Manager

Excel Recruitment is currently looking for an experienced Chef Manager in Waterford to join one of the country's leading catering companies. The successful candidate will lead a culinary team with a hands-on approach to creating innovative, sustainable, seasonal offerings while sourcing fresh local produce. This is a daytime Monday to Friday role, providing a great opportunity for work-life balance. Benefits of the Chef Manager role Competitive salary Daytime hours, Monday to Friday, weekends off providing a work-life balance Opportunities for progression within the company and access to training and development programs to further your culinary career. Full training and full protective uniform supplied Responsibilities of the Chef Manager Ensuring the highest level of food quality, presentation, consistency, and service is delivered to clients and customers Working with the development team to create and develop menu items in line with the company ethos of innovation, sustainability, and use of fresh local produce. Drawing up staff rosters within the allocated budget Training and mentoring of staff, continuing a culture of continuous improvement and upskilling Ensuring the highest hygiene standards and compliance of HACCP are maintained in the kitchen and documentation recorded Ordering and sourcing of produce and stock Management of costs efficiently in achieving target GP. Requirements of the Chef Manager Previous experience managing in a busy kitchen environment Valid work permit with documentation Exceptional leadership skills Strong communication skills Time management and organisational skills Excellent attention to detail Computer literacy A passionate and creative approach to cuisine, keeping up to date with current culinary trends If you are interested and feel you possess the skills for this opportunity, attach your CV through the tab below or call Kevin #INDJEN1 Skills: Leadership Skills Excellent Communication Skills Attention to Detail. Benefits: Daytime Role Parking Career Progression