Head Chef - Live in

Mitchells & Butlers Leisure Retail Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Paid qualifications opportunities

33% discount across brands

Health & Dental Plans

Pension plan

25 days paid holiday

High-street shopping discounts

Free employee helpline

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers Leisure Retail Limited is seeking a Head Chef for the Freemasons Arms. In this role, you will lead the kitchen team, ensuring high-quality food service and compliance with health standards. You will manage food ordering, preparation, and stock control, inspiring your team to achieve sales targets and guest satisfaction. Benefits include a bonus scheme, 25 days paid holiday, discounts across various brands, and health plans, among others.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a head chef role or similar.
• Ability to inspire and lead a kitchen team.
• Familiarity with food hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team.
• Manage food ordering and stock control.
• Ensure high-quality food delivery.
• Drive sales and enhance guest satisfaction.
• Conform to health and hygiene standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Food ordering and preparation

Sales driving

Health and hygiene compliance

Job description

As Head Chef at the Freemasons Arms you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the highest standard. Managing all areas of the kitchen, you’ll keep our guests coming back for more

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 opportunity comes with the added optional benefit of onsite accommodation, comprising a bedsit/studio.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Bonus scheme – we’re all about rewarding the hard work you put in
• Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family.
• Discounted gym memberships
• Health & Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure and always smiling

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 WILL I BE DOING? AS HEAD CHEF YOU’LL…

• Train and inspire your team to consistently deliver high-quality food to be proud of.
• Bedriven to smash targets with your team driving sales and guest satisfaction.
• Kitchen management: food ordering, food preparation and stock control.
• Work with a branded menu.
• 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 teamwork which are essential to delivering great guest experiences. Join us and be a part of a great team.