Junior Development Chef - Contract Catering Group

Junior Development Chef - Contract Catering Group - 50K

Our client is looking for a passionate and driven Junior Development Chef to join our dynamic team. As a key member of the development team, you will help shape their food strategy across retail, hospitality, and events, ensuring the delivery of exceptional culinary experiences.

As a Junior Development Chef, you’ll assist in managing key projects and sites across the estate, helping to implement the food vision of the client. You’ll be part of a collaborative team, liaising with the Group Development Chef and Executive Project Chef to deliver excellence in food production and services, making a tangible impact on the end client’s satisfaction and retention.

We need a Junior Development Chef who is passionate about food and eager to help drive innovation. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food trends and the ability to work across a variety of catering services including retail, events, and executive dining. You’ll be expected to maintain the recipe management system and assist with training and development for kitchen staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in developing and implementing innovative menus for various services including retail, hospitality, and events.Work closely with senior stakeholders to implement the food strategy.Support the recruitment, training, and coaching of kitchen teams.Help manage food costs, stock control, and menu planning within set budgets.Collaborate with marketing teams to ensure the company's vision is reflected across campaigns.Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety at all times.Mobilise new sites and support food forums for team engagement.Support the retention and recruitment of staff across sites.

Key Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a head chef role with the ability to lead and inspire teams.Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.Excellent project management skills, delivering projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.Passion for food innovation and trends, with a track record of delivering excellent culinary results.Flexible and adaptable with a positive attitude, willing to work evenings and weekends when needed.

 Key Benefits:

A competitive salary of 50k   Opportunities for career advancement with future openings within the company.

If you are a motivated and passionate Junior Development Chef seeking a thrilling challenge, we want to hear from you! Please apply today or send your CV to alejandro@COREcruitment.com We look forward to hearing from you!