Christmas Chef

Mitchells & Butlers PLC; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Brand discounts

Friends & family discount

Wagestream access

Paid qualifications

Career progression

Gym discounts

Team socials

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers PLC is hiring a Christmas Chef for the Mallard – Harvester in Hemel Hempstead. You will master the menu and cook dishes that keep guests returning, working in a supportive team that values pride in every plate.

The role offers flexible shifts, staff discounts across our brands, Wagestream access, opportunities to advance, and ongoing training. Join us for a festive season role with real progression and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare everything that is needed before service.
• Cook food to be proud of and know the menu inside out.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Flexible shifts

Staff discounts

Friends & family discount

Wagestream

Paid qualifications

Career progression

Gym discounts

Team socials

Job description

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you!

Unwrap your perfect job for Christmas! As a Chef at the Mallard - Harvester, you will master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You’ll enjoy working in a team, serving up food to be proud of. Does this sound like the chef job for you?

Join us at Harvester, the nation's family favourite. Famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken, sizzling grills and unlimited salad bar, we pride ourselves on offering feel good dining for the nation. Fancy a fresh start? We want to hear from you.

Christmas Chef

Company: Mitchells & Butlers PLC Salary: Competitive Salary Hours: Full-time Location: Hemel Hempstead, HP3 9BQ Job type: Permanent Posting date: 27 Oct 2026 Closing date: 9 Nov 2026

Summary

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you!

Unwrap your perfect job for Christmas! As a Chef at the Mallard - Harvester, you will master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You’ll enjoy working in a team, serving up food to be proud of. Does this sound like the chef job for you?

Join us at Harvester, the nation's family favourite. Famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken, sizzling grills and unlimited salad bar, we pride ourselves on offering feel good dining for the nation. Fancy a fresh start? We want to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Flexible shifts to fit around you.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands.Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family.
• Wagestream – afinancial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it.
• Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.
• Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

What will I be doing? AS A CHEF YOU’LL…

• Prepare everything that is needed before service.
• Cook food to be proud of and know the menu inside out.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

At M&B, we want people to be supported, valued, able to be themselves and work in a great team. Join us and help us make every guest feel truly welcome.

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