Head Chef (Designate)

TN United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Designate Head Chef to join their vibrant team in Milton Keynes. This role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and service. With a commitment to employee development and a culture that values teamwork, this position provides a supportive environment where your culinary skills can shine. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible shifts, and a range of exciting perks including discounts and a unique annual festival. If you have a passion for food and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free meal whilst on shift

Flexible shift patterns

Up to 50% off meals off duty

33% off hotel accommodation

Access to training program

Wage streaming service

Salary Extras Portal

Service Awards

Birthday Gift

Invitation to annual company festival

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and management skills are essential.
• Passion for food and impeccable standards are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen team to deliver exceptional service.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Food Passion

Impeccable Standards

Job description

We are looking for a Designate Head Chef to join us at one of our pubs in and around the Milton Keynes Area.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to £40,000* per annum plus a share of cash and card tips
• Free meal whilst on shift
• Flexible shift patterns available and enhanced holiday
• Up to 50% off meals taken off duty for you and up to 6 guests
• 33% off our hotel accommodation
• Access to an award-winning training program and personalised development plan
• Wage streaming service allowing access to your pay when it suits you
• Salary Extras Portal - Access to Cycle2Work scheme and fantastic discounts for everyday shopping at brands such as Asda, Aldi, B&Q, H&M, Clarks & Tesco
• Service Awards
• A Birthday Gift
• An invitation to Oakfest, our annual company festival!
• Refer a friend and Chef recruitment incentives of up to £1000

About The Oakman Group:

Recognised as a leading employer, we are extremely proud to be within the Sunday Times Best Places to Work.

We know that the key to success is the people within the business, and that the first step is recruiting the best people who are passionate about delivering the best service and using the best ingredients in the best setting.

The next step is to give back and invest in our employees:

• Our award-winning online training academy offers education on demand, providing you with the knowledge and experience to be the best you can be, anytime, anywhere.
• Our suppliers work closely with us to supply hands-on experience and craft visits, so our teams can appreciate the quality products we serve.
• We also offer all employees across the business access to apprenticeship opportunities and development programmes, allowing individuals to grow and further their careers.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we know that you are the reason behind our site and company successes, and we want to recognise this with competitive pay packages and benefits. In return, all we ask is that you give your best and uphold the Oakman Group core values.

About You:

• You are passionate about food, have impeccable standards and a great team spirit.
• You can lead the team as well as develop and coach them to be the best they can be.
• You have strong leadership and management skills.