Head Chef

The Oystercatcher; Wadebridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A seaside bar and restaurant is seeking an enthusiastic Head Chef to join their talented team. Situated in Polzeath, this role offers a chance to work in a beautiful setting, preparing quality food using locally sourced produce. The position includes benefits such as discounts on food and accommodation. Experience in a fast-paced kitchen is essential; apply now or contact for more details.

Benefits

30% off food and drink

50% off overnight stays

Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Must be enthusiastic and passionate about cooking.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a quality food offering that delights guests.
• Combine great product knowledge with daily kitchen operations.
• Understand budgets and sales targets.

Skills

Fast-paced kitchen experience

Organizational skills

Product knowledge

Teamwork

Job description

Head Chef

Oystercatcher, Polzeath

£40000.00 - £43000.00 per annum plus bonus, plus live in accommodation. Full time.

The Oystercatcher is a contemporary bar and restaurant with comfy accommodation that enjoys an enviable outlook over Polzeath Beach and out to sea, from both inside and across its spectacular al fresco space.

You'll be working at a scenic pub that's popular among families, couples, and surfers seeking a delicious bite to eat following a session on the waves or a day out exploring Cornwall\'s dramatic north coast. With the option to live in, you can enjoy the coastal lifestyle both in and out of work!

Are you an enthusiastic Head Chef with experience of working in a fast-paced environment? Join our talented kitchen team and you\'ll be working alongside passionate people, cooking with locally sourced produce to supply quality food that delights our guests.

What we will offer you in return:

• 30% off food and drink in our pubs.
• 50% off overnight stays in our pubs.
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
• Westfield Rewards, including 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 the value of £10)
• Family-friendly policies.
• Flexible working.
• Paid time off to volunteer for charity.

Our Chefs …

• Front the Kitchen and Back of House Team, taking pride in overseeing a quality food offering that delights our guests.
• Are well organised, adaptable, with a genuine passion for what they do.
• Take pride in delivering a consistent, high quality food offering.
• Combine great product knowledge with a practical understanding of daily operations in a busy kitchen.
• Understand budgets and sales targets, and play a vital part in helping to achieve 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, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we\'ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won\'t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.