Full time Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

Chase Inns; Great Missenden; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant pub company seeks a talented and passionate sous chef to elevate their culinary team. As an ideal candidate, you'll manage kitchen operations, maintain high food standards, and collaborate effectively with your team. If you're ready to enhance your culinary career and contribute to an exciting growth environment, apply today!

Benefits

Loyalty bonus

Performance bonus

Yearly bonus

Discounted or free food

Employee discount at pubs

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Sous Chef or similar role with at least 3 years required.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and food safety standards.
• Excellent organisational skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and staff management.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness.
• Participate in menu planning and food production ensuring quality.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Collaboration

Organisational Skills

Culinary Techniques

Job description

We are seeking a talented and passionate chef to join our culinary team. This position would be perfect for an experienced sous chef who is looking for the next step up in their career.

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting managing kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food preparation and presentation, and maintaining a safe and efficient working environment. This position requires strong leadership skills, a commitment to food safety, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

What we offer?

Basic Salary 33k - 36k + share of tips and bonus!

Additional pay:

· Loyalty bonus

· Performance bonus

· Yearly bonus

Benefits:

· Discounted or free food

· Employee discount at both of our pubs

· Free parking on site parking

Ability to commute/relocate. Great Missenden HP16 0AA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Summary of duties

· Overseeing daily kitchen operations and staff management.

· Supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and support in food preparation and cooking techniques.

· Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness throughout the kitchen.

· Participate in menu planning, recipe development, and food production to ensure quality and consistency.

· Train new kitchen staff on proper cooking methods, food handling, and safety procedures.

· Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, placing orders as necessary to ensure smooth operations.

· Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service and customer satisfaction.

· Help create an innovative culinary experience that reflects the restaurant's vision and values.

Experience

· Proven experience as Sous Chef or in a similar role within a gastro pub setting is desirable. At least 3 years experience required

· Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety standards, and kitchen management practices.

· Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience in supervising and training kitchen staff.

· Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

· A passion for cooking and creativity in developing new dishes is highly desirable.

· Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required by the restaurant's schedule.

If you are ready to take your culinary career to the next level and contribute to an exciting growing pub company, we encourage you to apply for this position.