The Common restaurant, launched 6months ago, in up and coming Willesden Junction, is looking for an experienced head chef (26-28K plus up to 3K bonus depending upon experience) to join our team, serving up contemporary food in a stunning canal side restaurant.
The focus is vibrancy, healthy, simple, fresh, British with well travelled flavours, with an emphasis on sharing. We have a large grill and pizza oven (inside and wood fired outside) and a weekly changing specials menu which the head chef will be responsible for.
-----Who and what are we?
Specialists in food and drink experiences, focussing on creative events and remarkable venues
We launched a brand new restaurant and bar experience in Willesden Junction as part of a co-living and co-working project, called the Common
The space operates 7 days per week, with a distinct day and night offering for the local residents, local communities and local workforce.
-----What we are looking for:
Professionalism, creativity, enthusiasm, a love for what you do and a real can do attitude.
Outstanding attention to detail, encouraging a culture of high standards throughout the team.
Real pride and passion in everything you do and the food you create.
People who want to learn and develop as part of our team
Overall you will have bags of personality, enthusiasm and a can-do attitude.
Previous experience in creative and innovative restaurants and kitchens
-----In return:
You can look forward to working with a dedicated team of professionals
Work for a company that offers substantial career progression and training
You will receive a competitive salary and 28 days holiday
Work for a company that offers substantial career progression and training
All staff within the team will need to be kept up to date with the functions/business of the day, menus, and have comprehensive product knowledge to department standards - this will be your responsibility, as will driving and motivating the members of your team.
Your communication skills and 'can do' attitude that you will use with customers and with your team, will be one of your biggest strengths. Its an open kitchen and we welcome the chefs to talk to the guests!
The role involves working 5 days a week. The shifts will often be 'split shifts' due to the need to serve two out of the three services per day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
You will need to have excellent attention to detail and be 'standards' driven. You will be well presented.
You must be aware that the hours will involve shift work, weekends and bank holidays.
Awesome, if you think you are the right fit, then get in touch with a CV and covering note say why you would love to be part of this exciting new team.
ian
Food Director.