Head Chef Roles [Live-in available]

Quality Inns LTD; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Head Chefs to lead kitchen operations across various locations. In this dynamic role, you will design innovative menus, supervise food preparation, and manage a talented team while ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and food quality. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence dining experiences and drive profitability through effective inventory management and staff training. If you're a culinary leader with a flair for creativity and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to make your mark in a vibrant and rewarding environment.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Optional live-in packages

Holiday buy back scheme

Company health insurance

Workplace pension scheme

Share of customer tips

Promotion prospects

Discounts on food and accommodation

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques and ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Develop menus with Directors to meet customer preferences.
• Supervise food preparation to ensure quality and consistency.
• Train and manage kitchen staff to foster a collaborative environment.

Skills

Culinary Techniques

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Creativity

Job description

We are always looking for passionate and experienced Head Chefs to strengthen our teams across our sites, helping to oversee all aspects of kitchen operations. In the Head Chef role you will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, staff management, stock control, and ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, food quality and presentation.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and design menus with the Directors that align with our concept and meet customer preferences.
• Supervise food preparation and cooking activities to ensure consistency and quality.
• Train, motivate, and manage kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed to maintain efficient operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in accordance with health regulations.
• Collaborate with management to develop and implement cost-effective strategies for maximizing profitability.
• Stay current with industry trends and continuously seek opportunities for improvement.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques and ingredients.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to upholding food safety standards.
• Creativity and a passion for creating a great dining experience for our guests.

Due to the rural location of our pubs, it would be an advantage that candidates either drive or have a reliable way of commuting as public transport can be inconsistent.

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Optional live-in packages
• Holiday buy back scheme
• Company health insurance
• Workplace pension scheme
• Share of customer tips
• Promotion prospects over all of our sites
• Discounts of up to 50% off food and 20% accommodation to use at all Quality Inns pubs, hotels, lodges and campsites.

If you are interested in joining our team please get in touch, we would love to hear from you.