Head Chef

Son of Steak; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Son of Steak as a Head Chef in Cheltenham, where you'll lead a dynamic kitchen team dedicated to high-quality food and guest satisfaction. This role offers the chance to grow in a supportive environment, with a path for experienced Sous Chefs or Kitchen Team Leaders aiming to step up into headship. Enjoy benefits like bonuses, discounts across brands, health plans, and more.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

33% discount across brands

Discounted gym memberships

Health & Dental Plans

Pension plan

25 days paid holiday

High-street shopping discounts

Free shares

Free employee helpline

Qualifications

• Passionate about high-quality food and service.
• Experience as a Sous Chef or Kitchen Team Leader is required.
• Ability to inspire and manage a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire the kitchen team.
• Manage food ordering and preparation.
• Oversee health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Job description

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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.