Head Chef

Minnis Bay; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic independent brewer is seeking an experienced Head Chef for their Minnis Bay Bar & Brasserie in Birchington. The role includes leading a kitchen team to provide high-quality service, ensuring customer satisfaction, and working with the General Manager to meet objectives. The position offers a competitive salary package and numerous employee perks including healthcare and flexible working hours. Ideal candidates should possess strong culinary and management skills, alongside a collaborative spirit.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary package

Bonus Scheme

Private healthcare scheme

Early wage withdrawal scheme

Discounts on food and drink

Company pension plan

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Previous experience at a senior chef level is required.
• Ability to foster an inclusive culture within the kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the General Manager to achieve key objectives.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team for high quality service.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and kitchen efficiency.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Kitchen Management Experience

Food Handling

Food Preparation Experience

Leadership Experience

Cost Control

Baking

Sanitation

Job description

Shepherd Neame is on the lookout for a dynamic Head Chef to join our team so if you have previous experience at a senior chef level and you are looking for a new and rewarding challenge in the kitchen; this may be just the job for you.

Overlooking one of the finest beaches on the North Kent Coast the Minnis Bay Bar & Brasserie in Birchington is a relaxed stylish location that offers truly outstanding views great food an extensive drinks list and friendly service. The pub sits close to both Quex Park and the Powell Cotton Museum and the history-rich area can be explored with Shepherd Neames Minnis Bay Bar & Brasserie Pub Walk which starts and ends at the pub.

We know that an excellent Head Chef is one of the most key ingredients to a successful kitchen so this role will see you working alongside the General Manager to deliver key objectives customer satisfaction and growth at your site. Supporting the creation of an inclusive culture within the business you will lead and develop your team to deliver an efficient high quality kitchen service to our customers.

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive annual salary package
• Bonus Scheme
• Private healthcare scheme
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
• Up to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham
• Sheps Hut discounts and special offers hub on 100s of high street shops and services
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• The opportunity to develop & move within our pubs the Brewery & Support Office
• Flexible working hours

Shepherd Neame may be Britain's oldest brewer but our approach is anything but old‑fashioned. We are an authentic independent business yet flexible and agile and that has enabled us to survive and thrive based on the following Sheps Skills :

• Working Together
• Pride and Passion
• Authenticity
• Sheps Spirit

WHO ARE WE

Britain's oldest brewer Shepherd Neame has been based in the market town of Faversham Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business we boast an award‑winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline. We employ around 1500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office.

Diversity, equality and inclusion matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think you would be suited this role we would welcome your application regardless of age disability status ethnicity gender religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

Key Skills

Culinary Experience, Food Handling, Restaurant Experience, Kitchen Management Experience, Food Preparation Experience, Kitchen Experience, Food Industry, Cooking, Cost Control, Baking, Sanitation, Leadership Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1