Head Chef

The Wheatsheaf; Woking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Qualifications paid by the company

Brand discounts 33%

Friends & family discount 20%

Gym membership discount

Health & dental plans

Pension & 25 days holiday

Free shares

Employee helpline

Job summary

The Wheatsheaf in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef to lead a kitchen team and deliver high-quality dishes. You will inspire staff, manage all kitchen areas, and support the attached hotel as part of the Innkeepers Collection. Join a team focused on traditional pub grub, warm hospitality, and community presence.

You will be responsible for kitchen management, menu execution, and ensuring food safety standards while contributing to a cohesive guest experience across our brands.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire your team to consistently deliver high-quality food you can be proud of.
• Smash targets with your team, driving sales and guest satisfaction.
• Kitchen management: food ordering, preparation and stock control.
• Oversee adherence to health and hygiene regulations while using a branded menu.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Food quality control

Menu execution

Job description

As Head Chef at the Wheatsheaf 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. This business is part of our Innkeepers Collection with a 29 rooms hotel attached, and therefore Management roles will support the hotel as part of the business. 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. If you want to be part of the Inn crowd, we want to hear from you., 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.

About Company: the Wheatsheaf

• 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.