Autonomous Head Chef — Seasonal Menus & Team Leadership

Young'S Pubs; Wedmore; Presencial; GBP 42.000 - 52.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Autonomy to create menus

Apprenticeship scheme & development

Culinary masterclasses

Food trips with suppliers

Chef forums

Free meals

Staff discounts: 20% in Young's Pubs;

Discount on overnight stays

Share save scheme

Enhanced pension scheme

28 days holiday

Resumo da vaga

The Dunstan House Inn, part of Young's Pubs, is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen and craft seasonal menus in a vibrant pub with rooms. You will own the culinary direction, drive quality, and manage a skilled kitchen team, delivering exceptional guest experiences daily.

You will work with fresh seasonal produce, develop dishes, and mentor apprentices while enjoying a supportive, growth‑driven environment within Young's Pubs.

Qualificações

• Experience creating and costing seasonal menus and specials.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a kitchen team.
• Strong focus on food quality and guest satisfaction.
• Ability to manage GP, labour costs and kitchen controls.
• Excellent communication with front of house and kitchen teams.
• Hands-on, proactive chef with creative flair.

Responsabilidades

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver seasonal menus.
• Develop and cost menus to align with the business vision.
• Oversee kitchen operations and health and safety compliance.
• Manage the kitchen rota, training and staff development.
• Collaborate with suppliers and front of house to drive growth.

Conhecimentos

Menu creation

Team leadership

Food quality

Costing & GP

Communication

Hands-on kitchen

Descrição da vaga

The Dunstan House Inn, part of Young's Pubs, is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen and craft seasonal menus in a vibrant pub with rooms. You will own the culinary direction, drive quality, and manage a skilled kitchen team, delivering exceptional guest experiences daily.

You will work with fresh seasonal produce, develop dishes, and mentor apprentices while enjoying a supportive, growth‑driven environment within Young's Pubs.