Head Chef — Create Seasonal Menus, Lead & Develop Team

Station Tavern; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pub in Cambridge is seeking a creative Head Chef to lead their kitchen team and develop seasonal menus. The ideal candidate will have experience in a Lead Chef role, fostering excellent service, quality food, and team development. Responsibilities include creating unique dishes, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring health and safety standards. The position offers training programs, culinary masterclasses, and benefits such as discounts and holiday leave.

Benefits

Access to Apprenticeship Scheme

Free meals

20% discount in Young's Pubs

28 Days Holiday annually

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in a quality food environment.
• Ability to manage kitchen staff effectively.
• Proven track record in developing and delivering fresh seasonal menus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and inspire them to deliver top quality food.
• Create and manage seasonal menus with fresh ingredients.
• Oversee kitchen health and safety, rotas, and training.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team leadership

Creativity in menu design

Planning and organisational skills

Hands-on teamwork

Job description

A local pub in Cambridge is seeking a creative Head Chef to lead their kitchen team and develop seasonal menus. The ideal candidate will have experience in a Lead Chef role, fostering excellent service, quality food, and team development. Responsibilities include creating unique dishes, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring health and safety standards. The position offers training programs, culinary masterclasses, and benefits such as discounts and holiday leave.