Head Chef

Mitchells & Butlers Leisure Retail Limited; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Head Chef for the Son of Steak. This role involves creating a high-performing kitchen, inspiring a team, and ensuring exceptional food quality. Candidates should have experience as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Team Leader and a passion for hospitality, along with opportunities for growth and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Paid-for qualifications

33% discount across all brands

20% discount for friends and family

Discounted gym memberships

Health & Dental Plans

Pension plan

25 days paid holiday

High-street shopping discounts

Employee helpline

Qualifications

• Experienced Sous Chef or Kitchen Team Leader.
• Ability to inspire and train a team.
• Knowledge of kitchen management tasks.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire team for high-quality food delivery.
• Manage kitchen operations: food ordering, preparation, and stock control.
• Ensure compliance with health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Food preparation

Health and hygiene regulations

Job description

As Head Chef at the Son of Steak, you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the highest standard. Managing all areas of the kitchen, you’ll keep our guests coming back for more.

Join us at Mitchells & Butlers, the heart of hospitality. With over 1,600 businesses, we’re the home of some of the nation's favourite restaurants, bustling bars, cosy country pubs, and the local you didn’t know we owned. Think of a brand for any occasion; we’re all about providing moments to remember. If you’re passionate about hospitality, we want to hear from you.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef or Kitchen Team Leader looking to take on their first Head Chef appointment in a supportive environment alongside an experienced General Manager.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Bonus scheme – we’re all about rewarding the hard work you put in
• Opportunities to grow with paid-for qualifications
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether it's date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family
• Discounted gym memberships
• Health & Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure, and always smiling

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers, you will receive a pension; 25 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS HEAD CHEF, YOU’LL…

• Train and inspire your team to consistently deliver high-quality food to be proud of.
• Be driven to smash targets with your team, driving sales and guest satisfaction.
• Kitchen management: food ordering, food preparation, and stock control.
• Work with a branded menu.
• Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations.