HEAD CHEF

TN United Kingdom; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites you to join their team as a Head Chef, where your culinary creativity and leadership will shine. This role offers the chance to prepare fresh, seasonal dishes in a vibrant kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. You will take pride in every service, leading a dedicated team to create unforgettable dining experiences. With a supportive environment focused on personal and professional growth, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the culinary world. Join a family-oriented workplace that values individuality and community spirit!

Benefits

25% discount on food and drink

Fair share of tips

Discounted hotel stays

Access to online benefits platform

Healthcare Cash Plan

Full induction and training

Wagestream access

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong food safety knowledge and hygiene qualifications are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh food using seasonal, local ingredients with pride.
• Maintain high standards and take control of the food side of the business.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Food Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Creativity in Cooking

Education

Hygiene Qualification

Job description

Join Lovely Pubs: Where individuality is celebrated, and community is at the heart of everything we do. At Lovely Pubs, we are not just offering a job, we are inviting you to be part of our growing family, where your true self is valued.

Baraset Barn will provide an unforgettable dining experience. Granite, pewter and oak are used to dramatic effect within the restaurant, which comfortably seats around 100 people.
The original flagstones remind diners of the barn's 200-year history, while the on-view glass-fronted kitchen adds state of the art restaurant practices and visual appeal.
Upstairs at our venue, two separate dining areas await, ideal for private business functions or family gatherings. Our restaurant offers extensive decking for alfresco dining. Indulge in a wide-ranging menu featuring prime steaks, classic salads, and succulent seafood.

What we can offer you:

• An exciting variety of career paths: Explore a wide range of roles and career paths across our pubs and hotels.
• Supportive environment: We put people first and strive for a collaborative and trusting atmosphere where everyone is valued.
• Continuous growth: Engage in learning and development programs to fuel your personal and professional growth.
• 25% discount on food and drink, across all our pubs and hotels for you and your friends and family. Increasing to 30% after one year, 35% after three years and 40% after five years.
• A fair share of tips, paid on top of your hourly pay and paid on a weekly basis.
• Discounted hotel stays at hotels in the Fuller’s Family.
• Access to ‘My Fuller’s’ – our online benefits platform where you can make savings at 100s of retailers and access discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets and much more.
• Healthcare Cash Plan – after one year with us you will have access to a 24-hour GP service and the ability to claim your money back for dentist and eyecare appointments.
• Full induction and training.
• The option to receive up to 35% of your earnings as you earn them with Wagestream. This means you won’t always need to wait until payday.

What we look for in a Head Chef:

• Someone who will take pride in preparing fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• You should have great leadership skills.
• You’ll thrive on the fast pace of the kitchen.
• You’ll set yourself and others the very highest standards.
• Take full control of the food side of the business.
• A great communicator who can keep calm under pressure.
• A creative Head Chef who can bring new ideas and implement new cooking techniques.
• Take pride in every successful service.
• A hygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness are all essential for this role.

Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.