Head Chef - Live in

Mitchells & Butlers Leisure Retail Limited; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Paid qualifications

33% discount across brands

20% discount for friends and family

Discounted gym memberships

Health & Dental Plans

Pension plan

25 days paid holiday

High-street shopping discounts

Free shares

Free employee helpline

Job summary

Mitchells & Butlers Leisure Retail Limited seeks a Head Chef at the Fox in Harpenden. You will lead the kitchen team, ensuring high-quality food and guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include kitchen management, team training, and compliance with health regulations.

The role offers bonuses, discounts across brands, health plans, and the possibility of onsite accommodation. Be part of a welcoming culture that values inclusion and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team successfully.
• Passion for high-quality food preparation.
• Ability to drive sales and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire your team to deliver high-quality food.
• Manage kitchen operations including food ordering and stock control.
• Ensure compliance with health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food ordering

Team training and inspiration

Health and hygiene regulations compliance

Job description

As Head Chef at the Fox, Harpenden 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 1 bedroom.

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.
• Be driven 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.