Head Chef In Training

Mitchells & Butlers Leisure Retail Limited; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pub and restaurant business as a Head Chef in Training. This role offers a structured training program to develop your kitchen management skills, with opportunities for career advancement. Enjoy benefits like discounts, health plans, and live-in accommodation while leading a dynamic team.

Benefits

33% discount across all brands

20% discount for friends and family

Discounts on gym memberships

Health & Dental Plans

Team socials

Pension plan

25 days paid holiday

High-street shopping discounts

Free shares

Access to a free employee helpline

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a team and developing a business.
• Current role as catering manager, sous chef, or similar is advantageous.
• Ability to drive for district support during training.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire your team to deliver high-quality food.
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction by smashing targets.
• Manage food ordering, preparation, and stock control.

Skills

Team Leadership

Kitchen Management

Food Quality Control

Job description

Job Opportunity: Head Chef in Training

Do you have experience in leading a team to success in the kitchen and want to make a move? Or are you looking to bring 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 achieve your targets.

As a Head Chef in Training, you'll learn how to build a kitchen to be proud of the ‘Mitchells & Butlers’ way. Most of our Head Chefs in Training are in their own kitchens within 6 months.

Join us at Harvester, a family favourite for feel-good dining since 1983, famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken and unlimited salad bar. Ready for a fresh start? We want to hear from you.

This role includes Live-in Accommodation with 1 bedroom.

What’s in it for me?

• The opportunity to advance your career and learn from industry leaders.
• A 33% discount across all our brands, including Miller & Carter, Toby Carvery, and All Bar One.
• 20% discount for up to 5 friends and family across all brands.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• Health & Dental Plans to keep you safe and smiling.
• Team socials – work hard, play hard!

Additionally, as part of Mitchells & Butlers, you will receive a pension, 25 days paid holiday, high-street shopping discounts, free shares, and access to a free employee helpline for support.

What do I need?

You’ll...

• Be experienced in leading a team and developing a business.
• Possibly be currently working as a catering manager, school kitchen manager, care home head chef, sous chef, deputy kitchen manager, or managing an independent business.
• Be able to drive to support your district during training.

What will I be doing?

• During your 6-month training, you'll gain the skills to become a Head Chef who can...
• Train and inspire your team to deliver high-quality food.
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction by smashing targets.
• Manage food ordering, preparation, and stock control.
• Ensure your team complies with health and hygiene regulations.