Head Chef

Mitchells & Butlers PLC; Marholm; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Paid qualifications

Brand discounts 33%

Friends & family disc

Gym membership discount

Health & dental plans

Pension

25 days holiday

Shopping discounts

Free shares

Employee helpline

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers PLC is seeking a Head Chef for the Fitzwilliam Arms, part of the Vintage Inns collection. You will lead a kitchen team, design menus to high standards and drive guest satisfaction across every dish.

This is an opportunity to develop your career within a supportive hospitality group, with pension, generous holiday, staff discounts across all brands, health and dental plans, and a helpline for life’s challenges.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

As Head Chef at the Fitzwilliam Arms you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll inspire 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 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.

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.

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.