Head Chef – Destination Dining Leader, Peak District

Robinsons Brewery; Bakewell CP; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% staff discount on food,drink,accom

50% off food during shifts

28 days paid annual leave

Nest pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Career training & apprenticeships

Team rewards with retailer discounts

Uniform provided

Job summary

The Manners in Bakewell, part of Robinsons, seeks an exceptional Head Chef to lead the kitchen from day one and build a high‑performing team in a vibrant destination venue. You’ll deliver an outstanding food offer, oversee food safety, GP and cost control, and drive guest satisfaction across breakfast, lunch and dinner for pub guests and eight letting bedrooms.

This flagship opening combines historic charm with modern standards, offering career development, a supportive team and a competitive

Qualifications

• Experienced Head Chef leading a kitchen in a quality food-led hospitality business.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to develop high-performing kitchen teams.
• Excellent understanding of food safety, hygiene and health & safety compliance.
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the launch and ongoing success of The Manners following its refurbishment.
• Create a food offer that establishes The Manners as a destination dining venue in Bakewell and the Peak District.
• Recruit, develop and inspire a high-performing kitchen team.
• Deliver exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation standards.
• Manage food GP, labour costs, stock control and kitchen profitability.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety and company procedures.
• Work closely with front of house to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Maintain excellent standards across breakfast, lunch and dinner service for pub guests and eight bedrooms.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Leadership

Food safety

Menu development

High volume service

GP and cost control

Job description

The Manners in Bakewell, part of Robinsons, seeks an exceptional Head Chef to lead the kitchen from day one and build a high‑performing team in a vibrant destination venue. You’ll deliver an outstanding food offer, oversee food safety, GP and cost control, and drive guest satisfaction across breakfast, lunch and dinner for pub guests and eight letting bedrooms.

This flagship opening combines historic charm with modern standards, offering career development, a supportive team and a competitive