Head Chef

Turtle Bay; Leicester; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A Caribbean restaurant in Leicester is seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen team. The role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and mentoring staff. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food and experience in a similar role. This position offers a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits, including a significant discount at the restaurant.

Benefits

70% discount at restaurant

Annual management conference

Mental health support services

Loyalty bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef role.
• Excellent knowledge of Caribbean cuisine.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and manage all kitchen operations.
• Ensure food quality and consistency.
• Mentor and develop kitchen staff.

Skills

Passion for food

Leadership

Problem-solving

Team management

Job description

Head Chef

Employer
Turtle Bay

Location
Leicester

Salary
£39,000 per annum + Bonus

Closing date
28 Oct 2025

Job Type
Chef, Head Chef

Sector
Pubs and Bars

Contract Type
Full Time

Job Details

Turtle Bay - Head Chef

We\'re on the lookout for an inspiring, passionate and people-focused Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at Turtle Bay in Leicester.

Who We Are

Turtle Bay is all about introducing you to that carefree, island way of life. A Caribbean kitchen and beach bar where the food, drinks and music flow from morning \'til night.

Everyone invited. Our team can tell if you need coffee, cocktail, cold beer or plate of cutters full of flavour. And our people serve up the magic and warmth of the Caribbean every day, so that everyone feels relaxed and welcome here. We\'re here to create genuine connections and put people at ease. By welcoming guests with our natural hosting skills and unpretentious atmosphere.

We bring people together. Strangers become friends and the bartender knows you by name. Were lunch drifts into sundowners.

What We\'re All About

We live by the spirit of One Love - a universal love and acceptance of all people. At Turtle Bay, we celebrate individuality, recognise differences and make it easy for people to be themselves. We take inspiration from the Caribbean culture - the music, the food, the drink, and of course those chilled out vibes.

Our Rewards

• Great pay, Tronc and excellent rewards
• Various team events and team rewards
• Company-wide socials and events - think HUGE team parties! We hold an annual \u0027Bay Rocks\u0027 festival with amazing headline acts such as Chase & Status, General Levy and Fat Tony
• Annual \u0027Jam Down\u0027 management conference to celebrate our continued success - it\'s a vibe!
• Progression with excellent training and opportunities, both professionally and personally with our mentorship programmes
• Apprenticeship opportunities - supporting you to achieve Level
• Enhanced family leave pay
• 70% discount at our restaurant for you and up to 6 friends
• Exclusive team discounts from hundreds of retailers
• Access to Help @ Hand app - offering remote GP services, prescriptions, mental health support and physiotherapy support for you and your family
• Wellbeing is a focus for us with our Mental Health First Aid training and 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
• Loyalty bonuses
• Relocation package opportunities
• Referral bonus schemes - giving you the opportunity to earn up to £1,000 for successful referrals

About the Role

As Head Chef at Turtle Bay, you\'ll be the heartbeat of the kitchen - leading with passion, purpose and a love for bold, soulful Caribbean flavours. You\'ll bring the energy, confidence and calm leadership that keeps everything running smoothly - even in the heat of a busy service.

You\'ll take full ownership of the kitchen: managing stock, rota planning, training and development, health and safety standards, and of course, the quality and consistency of the food we serve. You\'ll empower your team to deliver dishes that are full of flavour and cooked with love - every time.

This role is about much more than just cooking - it\'s about building a kitchen culture where everyone feels valued, supported and proud of what they do. You\'ll mentor and grow your team, spotting talent and helping others rise through the ranks just like you did.

We\'re looking for someone who\'s hands-on, solutions-focused and confident in a fast-paced environment. You\'ll be passionate about food and people, and you\'ll care deeply about delivering a relaxed, feel-good guest experience every time.

If you\'re a Head Chef ready for a new adventure, or a strong Senior Sous ready to step up, Turtle Bay is the perfect place to grow, thrive and lead your own kitchen with freedom and flair.

Next Steps

Hit the apply button, upload your CV and answer a couple of quick questions. One of our friendly Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch with you soon.

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