Head Chef

Marston’s; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Marston’s is seeking a Head Chef for the Charlie Purley, to lead a creative kitchen team focused on delivering outstanding dining experiences. This role involves managing kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene, and fostering a motivated team atmosphere. Enjoy a family-oriented workplace with growth opportunities and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

20% off at all pubs, restaurants, and hotels

Reliable hours contract

Flexible and part-time hours

Online discounts and cashback

Career development through Chef Development Programme

Salary finance scheme

Access to Licensed Trade Charity

Qualifications

• Experience in Kitchen Manager/Head Chef role or similar.
• Passion for producing high-quality food.
• Positive attitude and ability to motivate team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food experiences.
• Maintain high food and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with General Manager for business success.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Production

Hygiene Standards

Communication

Motivation

Job description

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Here at the Charlie Purley we are on the lookout for a passionate Head Chef to lead our creative kitchen team!

What you get from us: At Marston’s we’re one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits, including:

• A performance related bonus
• 20% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels
• A reliable hours contract, to give you the security you deserve
• Flexible and part time hours available to work around your family or higher education
• Online discounts and cashback at popular retailers through our Marston’s Rewards platform
• Scope to build your career and progress through our Chef Development Programme including access to our innovative app-based training
• Salary finance scheme - supporting your financial wellbeing
• Access to Licensed Trade Charity for financial, mental, and emotional well-being support

It’s time to turn up the heat! Turn your hand to new skills or showcase existing ones. In our kitchens you’ll be part of a team that is obsessed with creating great experiences for our guests.

Our kitchen is where it’s at: As Head Chef you’ll play a key part in our pub management team, helping to shape and lead our kitchen team to success. Everything you and the kitchen team deliver will keep our guests coming back for more.

As a Head Chef: You’ll have experience in a similar Kitchen Manager/ Head Chef role or be ready to step up from a Second Chef/ Sous Chef position. You’ll also –

• Have a passion for producing food to be proud of
• Be a motivational team-leader who can make sure our food and hygiene standards are consistently high
• Be able to maintain clear communication with your team
• Be able to work collaboratively with the General Manager and wider team to ensure success of the business
• Have a positive attitude and ability to create a buzz in your kitchen to keep your team motivated
• Have the desire to grow, develop and retain a kitchen team