Head Chef In Training

Mitchells & Butlers PLC; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

25 days holiday

Discounts on shopping

Free shares

Health & Dental Plans

Team socials

Employee helpline

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers PLC, and Ego, are recruiting for a Head Chef in Training to build a kitchen and lead a team in line with the Mitchells & Butlers way. You’ll be supported by a district training plan and will grow into a Head Chef in around six months.

Based in your district, you will drive to sites, manage food ordering, prep and stock control, and ensure health and hygiene standards while delivering high-quality meals and guest experiences across our premium pub and restaurant brands.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead a kitchen team
• Experience in commercial catering environments
• Ability to drive and travel across district to sites

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your kitchen team to deliver high-quality food
• Train and inspire the team to achieve targets and guest satisfaction
• Manage food ordering, preparation, stock control and compliance with hygiene standards

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Commercial catering experience

Job description

Do you have experience of leading a team to success in the kitchen and fancy making a move? Or maybe you fancy bringing your kitchen management skills to the pub and restaurant business.

Based within a district you will need to drive and have access to your own vehicle. With the support of your district armed with a training plan you will grow your team and smash your targets.

When you become Head Chef in Training, you’ll learn how to build a kitchen to be proud of the ‘Mitchells & Butlers’ way. You'll be ready to go in no time. Most of our Head Chefs in Training are in their own kitchen within 6 months.

Join us at Ego, a family of Premium Pubs & Restaurants, each full of character and as unique as their locations. Inspired by the Mediterranean, our menu offers guests a taste of the continent. If you appreciate our distinctive style and warm atmosphere, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a suitable opportunity for somebody looking for their first Head Chef appointment.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• The opportunity to take the next step in your career, where you will learn from some of the best in the industry.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family.
• Discounts on gym memberships
• Health & Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure and always smiling
• Team Socials – work hard, play hard!

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 DO I NEED?

• Be a seasoned pro in leading a team and developing a business.
• You may be currently working as a commercial catering manager, school kitchen manager, care home head chef, sous chef, deputy kitchen manager or the manager of an independent business or equivalent.
• Be able to drive, in order to support business in your district whilst training.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

• Across your 6 months of training, we will give you the tools to become a Head Chef who will...
• 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.
• Manage food ordering, food preparation and stock control.
• Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations.

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.