Head Chef

Mitchells & Butlers plc; Streetly; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Qualifications funded

Discount across brands

Friends and family discount

Gym membership discount

Health & Dental plans

Pension

25 days holiday

Free shares

Employee helpline

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers plc, operating Ember Inns and Hardwick Arms, is seeking a Head Chef to lead a busy kitchen and drive high standards across dishes and service.

You will inspire your team, train staff, manage food ordering and stock, and ensure compliance with health and hygiene regulations while delivering branded pub menus that delight guests.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a pub/restaurant.
• Proven track record in cost control and stock management.
• Ability to work with branded menus and maintain quality.
• Commitment to health and hygiene compliance.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire your team to consistently deliver high-quality food.
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction through team performance.
• Kitchen management: food ordering, preparation and stock control.
• Work with a branded menu and ensure compliance with health regulations.
• Oversee that the team conforms to health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Food safety

Menu development

Job description

As Head Chef at the Hardwick Arms you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring 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 Ember Inns, a local to be proud of. Think, traditional pub grub, roaring fires and real ales set at the heart of the community.

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.