Can you see yourself thriving in a dynamic organization, leading a talented kitchen team? Do you love fostering both personal and professional growth? Are you a creative, motivational leader with a passion for exceptional food?

At Bente, our menu celebrates current food trends and popular favorites, reimagined with our unique touch. We’re committed to offering dishes that were once reserved for fine dining, now accessible to a broader audience. Guided by our motto, “Honesty Tastes Best,” we aim to create unforgettable dining experiences.

We’re seeking a Head Chef who can bring organization, expertise, and passion to the culinary operations of our restaurant.

Your Responsibilities

As Head Chef, you’ll oversee all kitchen operations and lead your team of cooks and assistants with skill and inspiration. Your role demands multitasking while maintaining composure and professionalism. Daily responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing the kitchen team.

• Developing new dishes and menus that align with our vision.

• Creating staff schedules.

• Managing finances and inventory, including ordering supplies.

• Ensuring strict adherence to cleanliness and hygiene standards.

• Conducting regular self-audits to maintain excellence.

The majority of your time will be spent on the kitchen floor, collaborating with your team to ensure smooth operations. You’ll also focus on their development, providing training, encouragement, and recognition to keep them motivated and inspired.

Qualifications

• A proven track record in a kitchen leadership role.

• A genuine passion for your trade and an eye for detail in every dish.

• A "can-do" attitude and an innovative approach to challenges.

• Exceptional skills in prioritization and organization.

• Strong leadership abilities to inspire and guide your team.

• A solid understanding of kitchen operations and financial performance.

• Experience working with KPIs, thriving on competition, and delivering results.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining composure.

• A flair for innovation and a willingness to push boundaries for an extraordinary guest experience.

What We Offer

When you join Bente, you’ll become part of a collective of restaurants that offers a robust support system to help you grow both professionally and personally. We value teamwork, development, and community, and you’ll have access to monthly social activities across our collective.

In addition to this vibrant culture, we offer:

• Salary: A highly attractive compensation package, tailored to your qualifications.

• Pension: 10% company-paid contributions for your future.

• Staff Benefits: Enjoy dining privileges for you and up to 6 guests with a 50% discount across all our restaurants (excluding Fridays).

• Professional Development: Opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

• Monthly Social Events: Connect with colleagues across the collective in engaging activities.