Chef & Cook jobs in Blackpool

Are you a culinary maestro with a knack for leadership and innovation? Join our team at Eastern Balti Blackpool as a Chef-Manager and take your career to new heights!  Position: Chef-Manager  Level: RQF 3  Salary: £30,960.00 per annum  Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent  Location: Eastern Balti Blackpool, 227-229 Dickson Road, Blackpool, FY1 2JH  Working Hours: 40 hours per week  Start Date: 01 August 2024  End Date: 31 July 2026 Job Responsibilities:  Menu Planning: Creating menus that are not only delicious and innovative, but also cost-effective and cater to the needs of customers.  Food Preparation: Using excellent culinary skills to prepare and cook meals to a high standard, ensuring that the food is cooked timely and meets quality standards.  Staff Management: Managing kitchen staff, ensuring they are properly trained and follow safety and sanitation protocols, creating schedules, and ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly.  Inventory Management: Keeping track of inventory and supplies, ensuring they are properly stocked, and minimising food waste.  Budgeting: Managing the kitchen's finances, controlling food costs, and ensuring the kitchen operates within budget.  Safety and Sanitation: Ensuring the kitchen follows proper safety and sanitation protocols, maintaining equipment, and keeping the kitchen clean. Benefits:  28 days' paid annual leave per year  Statutory Sick Pay (SSP): £116.75 per week  automatically enrol you into a workplace pension scheme Qualifications and Skills:  Proven experience as a Chef-manager in an Indian restaurant or similar culinary setting.  In-depth knowledge of Indian cuisine, spices, and cooking techniques.  Strong organizational and leadership skills.  Familiarity with food safety and hygiene regulations.  Ability to manage and coordinate kitchen logistics effectively. Join us and make an impact on the world of hospitality! Apply now by sending your CV and a cover letter to Eastern Balti Blackpool is an equal-opportunity employer, that welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills and lead our kitchen to new heights! Apply now and let your culinary creativity shine!

Are you passionate about creating exquisite Indian culinary experiences? Eastern Balti Blackpool, an authentic Indian restaurant and takeaway, is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Chef (SOC Code 5434) to join our dynamic team. At Eastern Balti Blackpool, we take pride in offering the finest Indian dishes, ranging from traditional curries and specials to tantalizing masalas and flavorful biryanis.  Job Role: Chef (SOC Code 5434)  Level: RQF 3  Salary: £30,960.00 per annum  Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent  Location: Eastern Balti Blackpool, 227-229 Dickson Road, Blackpool, FY1 2JH  Working Hours: 40 hours per week  Start Date: 01 August 2024  End Date: 31 July 2026 Responsibilities:  Prepare and cook a diverse range of authentic Indian dishes with precision and creativity.  Source, requisition, and inspect foodstuffs from suppliers to ensure premium quality ingredients for our dishes.  Ensure all dishes meet the highest standards of quality, taste, and presentation.  Stay updated on the latest culinary trends and incorporate innovative elements into our menu.  Collaborate with the management team to contribute ideas for menu development and enhancement.  Introduce new and exciting dishes while maintaining the authenticity of traditional Indian cuisine.  Oversee the kitchen to ensure consistent and high-quality food preparation.  Work closely with kitchen staff to train and motivate the team, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.  Adhere to strict hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen, following all relevant health and safety regulations.  Plan and coordinate kitchen activities, including the fetching, clearing, and cleaning of equipment and utensils. Benefits:  28 days' paid annual leave per year  Statutory Sick Pay (SSP): £116.75 per week  automatically enrol you into a workplace pension scheme Qualifications and Skills:  Proven experience as a Chef in an Indian restaurant or similar culinary setting.  In-depth knowledge of Indian cuisine, spices, and cooking techniques.  Strong organizational and leadership skills.  Familiarity with food safety and hygiene regulations.  Ability to manage and coordinate kitchen logistics effectively. Join us and make an impact on the world of hospitality! Apply now by sending your CV and a cover letter. Eastern Balti Blackpool is an equal-opportunity employer, that welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.