Head Chef

Paul Brown; Birchington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned brewing company in Birchington is seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. You will work alongside management to achieve key objectives while ensuring high-quality service. Candidates should have prior experience at a senior chef level and be committed to fostering a positive team environment. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a range of benefits including healthcare and discounts at company establishments.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary package

Bonus Scheme

Private healthcare scheme

Flexible working hours

Discounts on food and drink

Qualifications

• Previous experience at a senior chef level.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.
• Commitment to delivering customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the General Manager to meet objectives.
• Support an inclusive workplace culture.
• Lead the kitchen service efficiently.

Skills

Working Together

Pride and Passion

Authenticity

Sheps Spirit

Job description

Shepherd Neame is on the lookout for a dynamic Head Chef to join our team, so if you have previous experience at a senior chef level and you are looking for a new and rewarding challenge in the kitchen, this may be just the job for you.

Overlooking one of the finest beaches on the North Kent Coast, the Minnis Bay Bar & Brasserie in Birchington is a relaxed, stylish location that offers truly outstanding views, great food, an extensive drinks list and friendly service. The pub sits close to both Quex Park and the Powell Cotton Museum and the history-rich area can be explored with Shepherd Neame's Minnis Bay Bar & Brasserie Pub Walk, which starts and ends at the pub.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the General Manager to deliver key objectives, customer satisfaction and growth.
• Support the creation of an inclusive culture within the business.
• Lead and develop your team to deliver an efficient, high quality kitchen service to our customers.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package
• Bonus Scheme
• Private healthcare scheme
• Early wage
• Withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
• Up to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham
• Sheps Hut discounts and special offers hub on 100's of high street shops and services
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• The opportunity to develop & move within our pubs, the Brewery & Support Office
• Flexible working hours

Sheps Skills

• Working Together
• Pride and Passion
• Authenticity
• Sheps Spirit

WHO ARE WE?

Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business, we boast an award‑winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline. We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think you would be suited to this role we would welcome your application regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.