Head Chef

Mitchells & Butlers PLC; Horning; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Qualifications paid

33% brand discount

20% staff discount

Gym membership discount

Health & Dental plans

Pension and holidays

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers PLC is recruiting a Head Chef for the Swan, leading a kitchen within the Vintage Inns collection and supporting the nearby hotel as part of the Innkeepers Collection.

You will train and inspire the kitchen team, uphold the branded menu, manage food ordering and stock, and drive guest satisfaction while maintaining high health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading larger kitchen teams.
• Experience with menu development and cost control.
• In-depth knowledge of health and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire your team to deliver high-quality food.
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction.
• Oversee kitchen management: ordering, prep and stock control.
• Operate with a branded menu.
• Ensure compliance with health and hygiene standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Menu development

Cost control

Health & safety

Education

N/A

Tools

N/A

Job description

As Head Chef at the Swan 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. This business is part of our Innkeepers Collection with a 8 room hotel attached, and therefore Management roles will support the hotel as part of the business.

Join us at Vintage Inns, a charming collection of rural pubs. You'll find roaring log fires, traditional food and a cosy atmosphere. If you want to be part of the Inn crowd, we want to hear from you.

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.

At M&B we value the unique perspectives each person brings. We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and allyship, we create a sense of belonging, engagement and team work which are essential to delivering great guest experiences. Join us and be a part of a great team.