Head Chef / Senior Cook
Head Chef / Senior Cook at Sevana in HA5 1RL, on Only Chefs.
- Employer: Sevana
- Location: HA5 1RL
- Salary: £12.71 – £15/hour
- Contract: Full Time
- Closes: 2026-11-30
About the role
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead and manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient food preparation and service.
- Cook and prepare authentic Indian vegetarian dishes on the menu
- Develop and prepare international vegetarian dishes using contemporary cooking techniques.
- Create and refine menus, standardise recipes and maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
- Supervise, train and support kitchen staff.
- Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health and safety, HACCP and allergen regulations.
- Manage ingredient purchasing, stock control, portion sizes and food costs.
- Minimise food waste and maintain kitchen cleanliness and organisation.
- Work closely with management to support the restaurant's growth and operational success.
Essential Skills
- Specialist knowledge of authentic Indian vegetarian cuisine and traditional cooking techniques.
- Expertise in spice blending, curry preparation, and menu development.
- Excellent kitchen management and leadership abilities.
- Knowledge of food hygiene, allergen management and vegetarian ingredient requirements.
- Strong organisational, communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to maintain high standards under pressure.
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