Head Chef | Seasonal Menu Leader & Team Builder

Mint People; Preston; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Mint People is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a well-established venue in the Ribble Valley. The role requires taking control of a high-quality kitchen, delivering exceptional food and leading a dedicated team.

You will oversee all kitchen operations, develop seasonal menus, manage stock and supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while driving profitability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-quality establishment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• A passion for fresh, seasonal food and creative menu development.
• Excellent organisational and financial management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Create and develop seasonal menus using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships.
• Ensure all health and safety regulations and hygiene standards are met.
• Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team to maintain efficiency and consistency.
• Work closely with the management team to maintain profitability and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Menu development

Food quality

Job description

Mint People is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a well-established venue in the Ribble Valley. The role requires taking control of a high-quality kitchen, delivering exceptional food and leading a dedicated team.

You will oversee all kitchen operations, develop seasonal menus, manage stock and supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while driving profitability and efficiency.