Head Chef

Marston’s; Ilminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular pub in Somerset is seeking a creative Head Chef to lead its kitchen team. The role emphasizes team leadership, maintaining high standards in food and hygiene, and creating a positive atmosphere for employees. You'll receive a reliable contract and ample opportunities for career progression through a Chef Development Programme. Ideal candidates should have prior experience in a similar role or demonstrate readiness to step up.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

20% off at all pubs, restaurants, and hotels

Flexible and part time hours available

Online discounts and cashback through Marston’s Rewards

Career progression opportunities

Salary finance scheme

Access to Licensed Trade Charity for support

Qualifications

• Experience as Kitchen Manager/Head Chef or ready to step up.
• Ability to maintain hygiene standards and clear team communication.
• Positive attitude with a focus on team motivation and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape the kitchen team to deliver great guest experiences.
• Maintain high food and hygiene standards consistently.
• Collaborate with General Manager and team for business success.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Hygiene Standards

Effective Communication

Passion for Food

Motivation Skills

Job description

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Here at the Stonemasons in Somerset, we are on the lookout for a creative Head Chef to lead our kitchen team!

What you get from us: At Marston’s we’re one big family. We put our people first, which is why we offer real benefits, including:

• A performance related bonus
• 20% off at all our pubs, restaurants, and hotels
• A reliable hours contract, to give you the security you deserve
• Flexible and part time hours available to work around your family or higher education
• Online discounts and cashback at popular retailers through our Marston’s Rewards platform
• Scope to build your career and progress through our Chef Development Programme including access to our innovative app-based training
• Salary finance scheme - supporting your financial wellbeing
• Access to Licensed Trade Charity for financial, mental, and emotional well-being support

It’s time to turn up the heat! Turn your hand to new skills or showcase existing ones. In our kitchens you’ll be part of a team that is obsessed with creating great experiences for our guests.

Our kitchen is where it’s at: As Head Chef you’ll play a key part in our pub management team, helping to shape and lead our kitchen team to success. Everything you and the kitchen team deliver will keep our guests coming back for more.

As a Head Chef: You’ll have experience in a similar Kitchen Manager/ Head Chef role or be ready to step up from a Second Chef/ Sous Chef position. You’ll also –

• Have a passion for producing food to be proud of
• Be a motivational team-leader who can make sure our food and hygiene standards are consistently high
• Be able to maintain clear communication with your team
• Be able to work collaboratively with the General Manager and wider team to ensure success of the business
• Have a positive attitude and ability to create a buzz in your kitchen to keep your team motivated
• Have the desire to grow, develop and retain a kitchen team