We all have those days when everything seems a bit too much and throwing in the towel seems like the easiest option. Before you just leave your chef job in a huff and puff make sure you give some proper thought to it. The way you quit, leave, resign, however you want to call it can affect your future chef roles so it is important you do it the right way, especially if you are going to be requiring a reference for your new chef job.
Take a look at our advice on the best way to hand in your notice for your chef job:
Check your notice period and give sufficient notice. Most jobs will require two – four weeks’ notice, often it will depend on your chef job role and how long you have been working for the company.
Always tell your business manager or boss before you tell the rest of the kitchen staff, you want to show that you respect them.
Maintain your professionalism and continue to work hard even after you have handed your notice in.
Provide a handover to the other chefs’ or to your manager so they are aware of exactly what needs to be done in your absence.
Always consider the pro’s and con’s before handing your notice in, for example, if you are very stressed at work why not first try speaking to your manager to see if there is anything that can be done to assist you.
If you are sure that leaving is right for you then be sure not to go talking badly behind an individuals or companies back, this looks extremely unprofessional and this is the last thing you want!
