Head Chef: Lead a Dynamic Burger Kitchen

Byron - Bury St Edmunds; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Free meal on shift

50% food discount

Wagestream access

Tronc share payout (£4,500 est.)

High Street shopping vouchers

Job summary

Byron - Bury St Edmunds is seeking a Head Chef to partner with the General Manager to lead the kitchen, inspire the team and deliver our burgers, fries and sides with energy and care. You’ll drive a positive culture while ensuring smooth shift runs and exceptional guest service.

You’ll oversee stock, audits, and food quality, while developing a strong, motivated team and upholding health and safety standards across the kitchen. This is a hands-on leadership role in our restaurant.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen and managing a team.
• Strong Health and Safety awareness and audit standards.
• Proven track record in delivering world-class burgers and sides.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to deliver high-quality burgers and sides with a positive atmosphere.
• Develop and train staff with emotional intelligence.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety audits.
• Manage stock and wastage to spec.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations alongside General Manager.

Job description

Byron - Bury St Edmunds is seeking a Head Chef to partner with the General Manager to lead the kitchen, inspire the team and deliver our burgers, fries and sides with energy and care. You’ll drive a positive culture while ensuring smooth shift runs and exceptional guest service.

You’ll oversee stock, audits, and food quality, while developing a strong, motivated team and upholding health and safety standards across the kitchen. This is a hands-on leadership role in our restaurant.