Head Chef

Farmhouse Inns; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmhouse Inns is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and lead the culinary team in Bradford. The role involves motivating staff, maintaining high standards of food quality, and ensuring that the kitchen functions smoothly during busy services. Enjoy various employee perks including discounts, pension contributions, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension contributions

33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones

Free employee assistance program

50% discount at Greene King Inns and hotels

Refer a friend bonus

Wagestream for early wage access

Retail discounts including 30% at Superdrug

Qualifications

• Experience managing a busy kitchen.
• Ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Keen eye for well-presented meals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen and improve team performance.
• Ensure timely, high-quality meals for customers.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Team management

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

As a Head Chef, you'll ensure everything in the kitchen runs smoothly during busy service. You'll motivate and support your team to work well together, ensuring every dish served meets high standards.

Company Description

Join us at Farmhouse Inns, where we prioritize quality and generous portions. Our carveries slow-roast meats for 14 hours, freshly prepare vegetables, create fluffy, handmade Yorkies, crisp roast potatoes, and bake and decorate giant cakes daily.

Additional Information

We reward our team's hard work with:

• A competitive salary, pension contributions, and opportunities for career development across our well-known brands.
• 33% discount for you and 15% for loved ones on all our brands, so you can enjoy your favorite food and drinks at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program offering mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support.
• 50% discount for you and 25% for loved ones at Greene King Inns and hotels for weekend getaways.
• Refer a friend and earn up to £1,500 when they are hired.
• Wagestream allows access to wages before payday.
• Retail discounts including up to 30% off at Superdrug and exclusive deals with Three Mobile.

Qualifications

As a Head Chef, you will:

• Lead the kitchen, making decisions and finding new ways to improve team performance.
• Communicate clearly to ensure timely, high-quality meals for customers.
• Recognize and develop your team's potential.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards to protect your team and visitors.

What you'll bring to the kitchen:

• Experience managing a busy kitchen and developing high-performing teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and inspire your team.
• A keen eye for tasty, well-presented meals.
• Adaptability and skill to handle challenges in a busy environment.