Head Chef

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Porthleven; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known brewery in Porthleven is seeking an enthusiastic Head Chef to join their kitchen team. The role involves leading the kitchen staff, ensuring high-quality food preparation, and managing daily operations. Candidates should have experience in fast-paced environments and a passion for delivering consistent quality. Benefits include meal provisions, flexible working arrangements, and learning opportunities.

Benefits

30% off food and drinks

50% off overnight stays

£150 towards a stay

Westfield Rewards

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Career progression

Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Ability to manage kitchen and Back of House teams.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to ensure high-quality food offerings.
• Maintain organization and adaptability in a busy environment.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality meals for guests.

Skills

Leadership in kitchen operations

Organizational skills

Passion for quality food

Product knowledge

Job description

The Harbour Inn overlooks picturesque Porthleven, Britain’s most southerly port, a lively town filled with festivals and maritime activity throughout the year. Located on the waterfront, this scenic pub offers stunning views across a collection of fishing boats and out to the open ocean.

Join us in a beautiful corner of Cornwall, renowned for its dramatic coastal walks along craggy cliffs leading to golden beaches and spectacular seascapes.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Head Chef with experience in fast-paced environments. Join our talented kitchen team to work alongside passionate individuals, preparing locally sourced produce to serve high-quality food that delights our guests.

What we offer in return:

• 30% off food and drinks in our pubs.
• 50% off overnight stays in our pubs.
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs.
• Westfield Rewards, offering discounts and rewards from hundreds of leading retailers, restaurants, and destinations.
• Cycle to work scheme on select roles.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career progression.
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to £10 value).
• Family-friendly policies.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Paid time off for volunteering with charities.

Our Chefs…

• Lead the Kitchen and Back of House teams, ensuring a quality food offering that delights our guests.
• Are well-organised, adaptable, and passionate about their work.
• Take pride in delivering consistent, high-quality food.
• Possess great product knowledge and practical understanding of daily kitchen operations.
• Understand budgets and sales targets, contributing to achieving them.

We’d love you to join our team! Apply now or contact [e-mail] for more information.

Additional info:

St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, encouraging applications from qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged, as we review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note, we do not accept contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted, nor will associated fees.