Head Chef – Trattoria Restaurant

Location: Malta

Cuisine: Classic and traditional Italian

Salary: €40,000 - €45,000 gross per annum

Job Summary

As the Head Chef, you will lead the operation and management of the kitchen.

This is an Italian restaurant offering classic traditional cuisine in a simple and comfortable manner.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Leading a team of 5 chefs
• Shift and rota management
• Stock controls, ordering, quality control
• Management of budget, cost control and margin
• Recruitment and training of the kitchen team
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene and security regulations

Personnel

• Experience of Chef de Cuisine / Head Chef
• Must have classic Italian Cuisine experience ‘trattoria’ style
• Current or recent experience in Italy preferred
• Culinary training / diploma
• Certification on HACCP standards and other food hygiene rules
• Passionate about your job
• Ability to manage costs, negotiate and build relationships with suppliers
• Experience managing, working with and mentoring a young and dynamic team
• Positive and motivated attitude
• English speaking

You must have a solid understanding of kitchen work practices and regulations; including finance and back office functions.

As head chef, you will oversee all inventory, rotas, ordering and staff management, etc.

Interested in this challenge? Send your CV to Beatrice and click apply.