Head Chef (Visa Sponsorship Available)

Techwaka; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant, The Clog and Billycock in Blackburn, seeks a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead their culinary team. The role requires exceptional culinary skills, creativity, and the ability to maintain high food standards. This position includes a competitive salary, sponsorship options, and a comprehensive benefits package, focusing on team wellbeing and career development.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

30% discount for employees and family

NEST pension scheme

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

£1,000 referral bonus

Wagestream - flexible pay options

Free 24-hour confidential helpline

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a busy, premium fresh food environment.
• Ability to lead a dynamic kitchen team and drive the business forward.
• Excellent skills in menu development and kitchen management.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and formulate seasonal menus with Executive Chefs.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Nurture team members and create an inclusive kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Business acumen

Job description

Are you passionate with a commitment to providing a high-quality dining experience? The Clog and Billycock, Blackburn is seeking an experienced and talented Head Chef to join our culinary team. As the Head Chef, you will play a pivotal role in menu development, kitchen management, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation. We are seeking an individual who shares our love for food, embraces creativity, and has exceptional culinary skills.

The Clog and Billycock, nestled in the picturesque village of Pleasington, is a true gem. When you step inside, you’re welcomed by open fires, cosy rugs, and original wooden and flagged stone floors. Our bar, at the heart of the pub, boasts an impressive selection of cask ales, malts, gins, and a curated list of around 50 wines to suit every palate.

Outside, our stunning terrace is a sun-soaked haven during summer, transforming into a covered seating area with an open fire during the cooler months.

Our menus change with the seasons, providing plenty of opportunity for our Head Chef to showcase their creativity and personal touch.

We are pleased to offer sponsorship for this role on a Skilled Worker visa. If you have experience in a similar role and are looking for a new opportunity with sponsorship, this could be the role for you!

And there's plenty more in it for you:

Your Bread and Butter?

• Package up to £43,000 (including tronc / potential profit share paid monthly)

The Extras?

• Free meals on shift, choosing from the menu
• 30% discount for you, your friends, and family across B&P and our group, including Wagamama
• Contribute to your future with a NEST pension
• Life assurance for protection of your family
• Great discounts via Perks on Tap, saving money on everyday purchases
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• £1,000 referral bonus for introducing new Managers or Chefs
• Wagestream - flexible pay options

Your Wellbeing – it’s important to us!

• Free 24-hour confidential legal and information helpline for you and your family
• Free counselling and bespoke wellbeing support
• Access to health checks and virtual GP appointments
• Discounted gym membership
• Regular social events and recognition platform

We want you to grow with us!

• Development programmes and leadership courses
• Days out and events focused on seasonal produce
• Opportunities to move between our pubs for a long-term career

About you...

Our kitchens are dynamic, fast-paced, and high volume. You will have experience as a head chef, chef manager, kitchen manager, or senior sous chef in a busy, premium fresh food environment. You will be responsible for the food culture within your pub, working closely with the pub manager to drive the business forward, and helping to formulate seasonal menus with our Executive Chefs. We are looking for a confident leader who nurtures their team and creates an inclusive environment. You’ll also need excellent business acumen to manage stock, GPs, and labour controls effectively.

About Brunning and Price...

• A family of 79 pubs and growing
• A company where individuality, personality, and diversity are encouraged
• Committed to sustainability and supporting local communities

Are you ready to be part of a family where you can genuinely contribute to the food culture? Then make your next career move a Head Chef position with Brunning and Price. Apply now!

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