Kitchen Manager-Head Chef

Harvester - Wych Way Inn - 201014; Wychbold; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular dining establishment in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team. You will inspire your staff, manage food quality, and drive sales to create a memorable dining experience. This role requires strong kitchen management skills and an understanding of health regulations. You will benefit from a bonus scheme, 25 days paid holiday, and various discounts across brands. If you're looking for your first Head Chef appointment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Paid qualifications

33% discount across brands

20% discount for friends and family

Discounted gym memberships

Health & Dental Plans

Pension

25 days paid holiday

High-street shopping discounts

Free shares

Free employee helpline

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management and food preparation.
• Ability to inspire and lead a kitchen team.
• Understanding of health and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Train team to deliver high-quality food.
• Manage food ordering, preparation, and stock control.
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food hygiene regulations

Customer service

Sales drive

Job description

As Head Chef at the Wych Way Inn - Harvester 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 Harvester, the nation's family favourite for feel‑good dining. Famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken and unlimited salad bar since 1983. Fancy a fresh start? We want to hear from you.

This opportunity comes with the added optional benefit of onsite accommodation, comprising 1 bedroom.

This is a suitable opportunity for somebodylooking for their first Head Chef 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…

• Train and inspire your team to consistently deliver high‑quality food to be proud of.
• Bedriven 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.