Autonomous Head Chef: Create Seasonal Menus & Lead Kitchen

Young'S - Cambridge; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy to menus

Apprenticeship scheme

Culinary masterclasses

Food trips with suppliers

Chef forums

Free meals

Staff discounts

Share save scheme

Pension scheme

28 days holiday

Job summary

Young’s is seeking a Head Chef for our Cambridge site to lead a quality casual dining operation focused on fresh seasonal ingredients and great guest experiences. You’ll craft menus, upskill the team, and oversee all kitchen management while developing your own recipes and maintaining high standards.

You’ll drive creativity and efficiency, balancing GP and labour, while collaborating with front of house to ensure exceptional service and growth across revenue streams.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or in a senior kitchen role with leadership responsibilities.
• Ability to lead and develop a team to deliver high quality menus.
• Hands-on approach with strong communication skills across kitchen and front of house.

Responsibilities

• In charge of all aspects of kitchen management across the Cambridge site.
• Develop and cost seasonal menus and recipes.
• Upskill and lead the kitchen team, ensuring food quality and consistency.
• Manage health and safety, training, and rota planning.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Kitchen management

People development

Job description

Young’s is seeking a Head Chef for our Cambridge site to lead a quality casual dining operation focused on fresh seasonal ingredients and great guest experiences. You’ll craft menus, upskill the team, and oversee all kitchen management while developing your own recipes and maintaining high standards.

You’ll drive creativity and efficiency, balancing GP and labour, while collaborating with front of house to ensure exceptional service and growth across revenue streams.