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Head Chef

TN United Kingdom

Bath

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 45,000

Full time

15 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in the vibrant heart of Bath is on the lookout for a passionate Head Chef to join their dynamic team. This exciting role offers the chance to create unique menus and lead a talented kitchen staff in a fun and supportive environment. With opportunities for culinary masterclasses and inspirational food trips, you will not only enhance your skills but also contribute to a memorable dining experience for guests. If you thrive in a creative atmosphere and are eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free meals on shifts
20% discount in all Young’s pubs and hotels
Share save Scheme
Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
28 Days Holiday per year
Monthly staff incentives
Bonus Scheme
Guaranteed day off on your birthday

Qualifications

  • Experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef with a focus on quality service.
  • Ability to lead and develop a kitchen team effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Inspire and lead the kitchen team while developing fresh seasonal menus.
  • Manage kitchen staff, including training and scheduling.

Skills

Team Leadership
Menu Development
Communication Skills
Creativity
Planning and Organization

Job description

At The Cork, we're all about creating amazing experiences. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Bath, our pub is known for its DJ nights, private karaoke pods, drag bingo, and delicious beer, cider, cocktails & pizza. We're looking for energetic, creative individuals to join our fun, dynamic team. Enjoy working in a supportive environment that values your growth and ideas. Ready to make an impact and have a blast doing it? Come be a part of our forward-thinking team!

What we offer our Head Chefs:
  • Full autonomy to create your own menus and specials
  • Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme and Development Programmes
  • Regular culinary masterclasses covering topics such as Game, Butchery and Shellfish
  • Inspirational food trips with our top quality suppliers
  • Regular Chef Forums with other Head Chefs to inspire and develop
  • Free meals on shifts
  • 20% discount in all Young’s pubs and hotels
  • Share save Scheme
  • Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
  • 28 Days Holiday per year
  • Monthly staff incentives
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Guaranteed day off on your birthday
What we look for in a Head Chef:

This role requires someone that can inspire a team, bring out the potential and lead by example while developing, costing, and producing fresh seasonal menus for the variety of revenue streams within the business.

  • Experience championing excellent service through quality food either as a Head Chef or in the position of Sous Chef
  • Demonstrated passion for leading and developing a team
  • Active hands-on team player with excellent communication skills
  • Responsible and able to manage the kitchen staff rota, training, and all health and safety effectively at all times
  • Ability to demonstrate creativity and design and deliver new dishes for our menus and daily specials
  • Great planning and organisational skills necessary to maintain adequate controls about both GP and labor
  • Proactive approach to driving sales and delivering growth, through engagement with both kitchen and front-of-house teams
  • Design seasonal menus highlighting locally sourced ingredients and reflecting current culinary trends
  • Maintain consistency in food quality and presentation while adhering to health and safety standards
  • Manage kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
  • Collaborate with the General Manager to optimize menu profitability and enhance the overall dining experience
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