Head Chef In Training

Mitchells & Butlers PLC; Poynton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts across brands

Pension

25 days holiday

Employee discounts

Free shares (subject to policy)

Employee helpline

Job summary

Mitchells & Butler's PLC in the UK invites applicants with experience leading a kitchen team to join our Head Chef in Training programme. Based in your district, you will drive, mentor and develop your team to deliver the Mitchells & Butlers standard of great food and service.

Over six months you will learn how to build a kitchen to the 'Mitchells & Butler's' way, manage food ordering, stock control, and hygiene, with a district support plan so you could have your own kitchen within six months.

Qualifications

• Be a seasoned pro in leading a team and developing a business.
• Be able to drive, to support district training.
• Experience in commercial catering management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire your team to deliver high quality food.
• Manage food ordering, prep and stock control.
• Oversee health and hygiene compliance in the kitchen.
• Lead the kitchen during the six-month training period.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Driving

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 Premium Country Pubs. We craft food and drink into something truly special. Picture beautiful interiors in stunning locations, and great tasting food. If you're passionate about all things premium, we want 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?

You’ll…

• 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.