Head Chef & Kitchen Leader — Live-In Opportunity

Greene King; Chandler's Ford; Presencial; GBP 31.000 - 35.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Career development

Discounts: 33% off food and drink in P

Greene King Inns: 50% off stays and 25

Wellbeing support: Employee Assistance

Family-friendly benefits

Recognition: Recommend a friend and up

Financial wellbeing: Wagestream

Retail discounts: Superdrug and Three

Descripción de la vacante

The King Rufus in Chandlers Ford is a welcoming, family‑friendly pub where you’ll lead from the front, delivering consistently great food while keeping the operation organised, efficient and commercially successful.

As Kitchen Manager / Head Chef, you’ll oversee an extensive menu, coach and grow the team, manage stock and costs, and collaborate closely with the General Manager to deliver outstanding guest experiences and drive food sales.

Formación

• Two years' experience as Kitchen Manager or head chef.
• Experience leading a busy kitchen in a branded pub/restaurant is preferred.
• Strong leadership, hands-on management and team development.
• Experience with menu planning, costing and compliance.

Responsabilidades

• Leading from the front: Be a hands‑on leader who sets the standard, supports the team during busy services and creates a positive kitchen culture.
• Managing an extensive menu: Maintain excellent food quality, consistency, presentation and portion control across a varied menu, catering to different tastes and dietary requirements.
• Developing your team: Coach, motivate and support your kitchen colleagues, helping them build their skills and confidence.
• Running a commercially successful kitchen: Take ownership of stock, ordering, waste, labour and food costs, using figures and reports to make informed decisions.
• Keeping everything organised: Manage kitchen rotas, preparation and service to ensure the team is ready for busy periods across our indoor and outdoor dining areas.
• Maintaining high standards: Ensure food safety, allergen management and kitchen compliance are always a priority.
• Working collaboratively: Build a strong relationship with the General Manager and front‑of‑house team to deliver a brilliant guest experience and drive food sales.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Stock management

Menu development

Commercial awareness

Descripción del empleo

The King Rufus in Chandlers Ford is a welcoming, family‑friendly pub where you’ll lead from the front, delivering consistently great food while keeping the operation organised, efficient and commercially successful.

As Kitchen Manager / Head Chef, you’ll oversee an extensive menu, coach and grow the team, manage stock and costs, and collaborate closely with the General Manager to deliver outstanding guest experiences and drive food sales.