Head Chef Opportunities

Mitchells & Butlers Leisure Retail Limited; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in the UK is seeking a driven Head Chef for their establishment in Bournemouth. The successful candidate will lead the kitchen team, ensuring high-quality food and excellent guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include training staff, managing kitchen operations, overseeing food ordering, and compliance with health regulations. This position offers a variety of perks including a bonus scheme, discounts, and a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Paid qualifications

33% discount across all brands

20% discount for friends and family

Discounted gym memberships

Health & dental plans

Pension

25 days paid holiday

High-street shopping discounts

Free shares

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen management role.
• Ability to train and inspire a team.
• Proven track record in driving sales and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire the team to deliver high-quality food.
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction with your team.
• Manage food ordering, preparation, and stock control.
• Ensure compliance with health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food preparation

Health and hygiene compliance

Job description

We are looking for a driven Head Chef to join our team ion 2026

As Head Chef at Join us at Mitchells & Butlers, the heart of hospitality. With over 1,600 businesses we’re the home of some of the nation's favourite restaurants, bustling bars, cosy country pubs and the local you didn’t know we owned. Think of a brand for any occasion, we’re all about providing moments to remember. If you’re passionate about hospitality, we want to hear from you. 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

This is a suitable opportunity for somebodylooking for their first Head Chef / Kitchen Manager appointment.

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…

• Trainand 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 team work which are essential to delivering great guest experiences.Join us and be a part of a great team.