Regional Development Chef
Job description
About Us We're The Restaurant Group (TRG for short) and we're a significant player in the UK casual dining market, operating a number of renowned restaurants and pubs including Wagamama, Brunning & Price and a thriving Concessions Business. Our diverse portfolio of brands provides something for everyone, and we are proud to be TRG. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all, where employees are valued for their skills, experiences and unique perspectives. We want to reflect the many communities we serve and provide equal opportunities for all About the role Salary: 44,000-47,000 + CA We are looking for aRegional Development Chefto assist and mentor the management and development of all restaurant kitchen Teams within our Concessions business. The Development Chef will ensure that company policies, procedures and standards are maintained. They will operate in an 'open' style, with the ability to drive the business from within each restaurant kitchen. Required Experience Minimum 18 months of multi-site experience in a food lead environment A full understanding on how to develop and deliver comprehensive business planning and monitoring disciplines A comprehensive working knowledge of Restaurants Back of House operations is essential Excellent leadership and communication skills Creative and strategic, with strong problem solving skills Key responsibilities To assist the Head of Food & Drink Development as required to introduce, deliver and execute the food offering for all brand concepts and or projects To assist and coordinate the development and collation of manuals, guidelines and brand concept materials, whilst ensuring that the content is relevant and up to date with the respective brand To produce and deliver project scope documentation and food menu briefs in a timely manner and as to the business requirements To coordinate between all internal and external stakeholders required to review and sign-off all food and drink decisions and deliverables To coordinate with all restaurant suppliers as required, and to maintain any necessary relationships. To work with the restaurant teams on back of house equipment and operational requirements, ensuring efficient and effect operations in all Brand concepts and restaurants To communicate the TRG Leisure & Concessions Food Standards policy and uphold the standards the brand adheres and aspires to throughout all restaurants To manage travel costs, whilst adhering to company guidelines To be responsible for food operations handover of the new concept, project or territory to the business support team. This will include the delivery of briefing packs and all other key materials. To attend internal meetings as required and to provide updates on any relevant area of responsibility upon request To enforce and comply with all company policies and procedures which are fundamental in maintaining effective performance, communication and good business reputation To enforce and comply with all statutory legislation and policy i.e. Food Hygiene and Fire, Health & Safety and to attend any training as requested by the company and required by law What we can offer you: 20% Bonus Car Allowance Up to 50% Food and drink discount for dine in with friends and family at any of our TRG brands, including Wagamama's,Brunning and Price Pubs and any of our airport concessions Eligible for ShareSave Scheme Access to discount platform Group Income Protection Health Assurance Excellent employee support programme, offering up to 6 free counselling sessions
