Head Chef

Stonegate Pub Company; Ware; Híbrido; GBP 23.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

MiXR App – 25% off food and drink

Stonegate Xtra Rewards – discounts on

VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars

Corporate discounts at partner gyms

Stream – Early access to earned wages

Descripción de la vacante

The Waterside Inn in Ware is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to guide and develop our kitchen brigade, ensuring high-quality dishes and consistency in service.

You will assist the Kitchen Manager, coach staff, manage stock, and uphold food safety standards while driving the team towards company targets in a busy pub environment. This role offers training and the chance to contribute to seasonal menus at this riverside pub.

Formación

• Experience in leading and coaching kitchen staff
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• Willingness to develop personally while guiding the team
• Ability to assist with food preparation and stock management

Responsabilidades

• Assist in food preparation and collaborate with the Kitchen Manager
• Produce high-quality dishes consistently to specification for guests
• Oversee and supervise the kitchen team in the absence of the Kitchen Manager
• Assist with stock management, ordering and supplies
• Ensure the kitchen remains clean and hygienic at all times
• Offer creative ideas to improve kitchen performance
• Lead the team to achieve company targets

Descripción del empleo

Ware, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, SG12 9DW

The Opportunity

Are you a Kitchen Team Leader or an experienced Kitchen Team Member who is ready to take the next step. As a Kitchen Team Leader you will play a pivotal role in our business success, whilst there will be an opportunity to develop your skills to enhance your career.

As a Kitchen Team Leader, do you have…

• The ability to assist in supporting, coaching, and mentoring your team
• A high standard of food knowledge and skill
• An up-to-date COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal knowledge
• A willingness to develop on a personal level whilst also helping propel the brigade forward at The Waterside Inn

Some of the things you will be doing as a Kitchen Team Leader

• Assist in food preparation and collaborate with the Kitchen Manager
• Produce high-quality dishes consistently to specification for our guests
• Oversee and supervise the kitchen team in the absence of the Kitchen Manager.
• Assist with stock management, ordering and management of supplies.
• Ensure the kitchen is in an excellent, clean and hygienic condition at all times.
• Offer suggestions and creative ideas that can improve the kitchen’s performance.
• lead the team to achieve company targets.

A little bit about us…

We're a small batch of handpicked locals – your home for British hospitality. Regardless of the occasion, we’re here to serve great-tasting food and drink, with our guests at the heart of everything we do. As the name suggests, The Waterside Inn is a charming traditional pub perched on the edge of the River Lea in Ware. Our beautiful location makes us the perfect spot for a relaxing drink taking in the river views, with a wide range of cask and craft ales, wines, spirits and crafted cocktails to choose from. For something a little more indulgent, our extensive food menu boasts everything from Sunday roasts to seasonal specials and heart warming desserts.

What's in it for you?

• Reward Card via the MiXR App – 25% off food and drink for you and ALL your friends across our Managed Estate
• Stonegate Xtra Rewards – Online benefits portal offering discounts across the High Street and other retailers
• VIP entry to our Pubs and Bars
• Corporate Discounted Rates at David Lloyd and PureGym
• Stream – Early access to your earned wages

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. Please contact The Waterside Inn directly.