Head Chef

Ember Inns; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular pub chain in Greater London is looking for a dedicated Head Chef to lead the kitchen at the California. You will motivate and inspire your team, ensuring the highest quality of food while managing kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in culinary roles and a passion for guest satisfaction. This role comes with a competitive bonus scheme, discounted memberships, and opportunities for growth within the company.

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

Qualifications

• Experience in a culinary role ideally as a Head Chef or similar.
• Ability to drive team performance and guest satisfaction.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards in a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire the kitchen team to deliver high-quality food.
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction while smashing targets.
• Manage food ordering, preparation, and stock control.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team training

Food ordering

Health and hygiene compliance

Job description

As Head Chef at the California 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 Ember Inns, we’re a home away from home. Think real ales, traditional pub grub and roaring log fires : we’re the local to be proud of. So, if you want to be at the heart of the neighbourhood, we want to hear from you.

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

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 its 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.