Head Chef

The Ivy Collection; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious restaurant in Nottingham is seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen operations. The role involves maintaining high food standards, training staff, and ensuring operational excellence. If you have strong culinary skills and leadership experience in a fast-paced kitchen, we want you to be part of our dynamic team.

Benefits

Competitive industry pay

Annual Bonus based on site performance

Extra holiday allowance for length of service

100% staff discount when dining

City milestone gift voucher

Career Development and Training

Birthday off guarantee

Access to retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or similar in a busy kitchen.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for quality.
• Experience leading a large kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and maintain high food quality.
• Ensure operational efficiency and monitor KPIs.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Communication

Job description

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NEW OPENING – The Ivy Collection | Nottingham

Our journey continues as The Ivy Collection arrives in Nottingham. Set in the heart of this dynamic and historic city, our newest location brings timeless elegance, warm hospitality, and exceptional food to a new audience. We’re building a team that reflects the energy of the city—passionate, committed, and ready to make an impact from the very start.

Job Description:

As Head Chef, you will be at the forefront of our kitchen operations, shaping the culinary direction of the establishment. Your role involves leading the kitchen team, maintaining high standards of food quality, monitoring KPIs, and ensuring operational efficiency.

This is a pivotal leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the team through positive and constructive methods.
• Achieve consistent GP results.
• Accurate labour forecasting to ensure targets are achieved.
• Maintain a high customer satisfaction score.
• Ensure the Prep Team & Goods receiver are following management instructions.
• Precise ordering to ensure full menu availability and minimum wastage.
• Ensure accurate daily due diligence.
• Look after staff wellbeing, working towards high staff retention.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain high food standards.
• Pioneer a positive work environment and foster teamwork.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for quality and creativity.
• Leadership abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Complete understanding of EBITDA & GP.
• Understanding PnL to make positive cuts, increasing overall profit.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Experience in organizing and leading a large kitchen team.

Benefits & rewards:

• Competitive industry pay (based on salary & Tronc).
• Additionally, all managers receive an element of variable tronc.
• Annual Bonus based on site performance.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• 100% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
• Celebrate career anniversaries with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
• Career Development and Training, including Apprenticeships.
• You can take your Birthday as a day off—Guaranteed!
• Access to discounts on hundreds of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more.

Join our culinary team as Head Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.