Head Chef

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

Job summary

Join a leading company as Head Chef at the Red Lion, where you'll lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high-quality food and guest satisfaction. Enjoy benefits like bonuses, discounts, and opportunities for growth while managing kitchen operations effectively.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Paid qualifications

33% discount across brands

20% discount for friends and family

Discounted gym memberships

Health & Dental Plans

Pension

25 days paid holiday

High-street shopping discounts

Free shares

Qualifications

• Suitable for someone looking for their first Head Chef appointment.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire your team to deliver high-quality food consistently.
• Manage kitchen operations: food ordering, preparation, and stock control.
• Ensure team complies with health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Quality Management

Health and Hygiene Compliance

Job description

Job Title: Head Chef at the Red Lion

As Head Chef at the Red Lion, you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll inspire your team and instill a passion for delivering high-standard food. Managing all kitchen areas, you'll ensure our guests keep coming back for more.

Join us at Ember Inns, where we’re a home away from home. Enjoy real ales, traditional pub grub, and roaring log fires. Be at the heart of the neighborhood — we want to hear from you if you're interested.

This is a suitable opportunity for someone looking for their first Head Chef appointment.

What’s in it for me?

• Bonus scheme — rewarding your hard work
• Opportunities to grow with paid qualifications
• 33% discount across all our brands, for example, Miller & Carter or Toby Carvery
• 20% discount for friends and family
• Discounted gym memberships
• Health & Dental Plans for your well-being

Additionally, as part of Mitchells & Butlers, you will receive a pension, 25 days paid holiday, high-street shopping discounts, free shares, and access to a free employee helpline for support.

What will I be doing? As Head Chef, you’ll…

• Train and inspire your team to deliver high-quality food consistently
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction by smashing targets with your team
• Manage kitchen operations: food ordering, preparation, and stock control
• Work with a branded menu
• Ensure your team complies with health and hygiene regulations