Live-In Head Chef | Lead Kitchen, Create Menus, Grow

Bluebird Inn

Blackburn

On-site

GBP 24,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare cash plan
Annual profit share bonus
30% staff discount on food and drink
50% off food on shift
Hotel stays discount
Wellbeing support

Job summary

JW Lees is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at the Samlesbury site near Preston/Blackburn. You will drive culinary standards, mentor staff and own menu development, ensuring dishes leave the kitchen to spec.

The role offers a 2-bedroom apartment live-in option at no charge, plus tips, bonus potential, and extensive staff perks. Join a historic brewer with a tradition of quality and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Proven leadership of a kitchen team to high standards.
  • Experience in menu development and specials creation.
  • Strong stock control and cost awareness.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the kitchen team to consistently high standards.
  • Oversee menu development and execution of specials.
  • Maintain stock control and kitchen operations daily.

Skills

Leadership
Menu development
Stock control
Team mentorship
Creativity

Job description

JW Lees is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at the Samlesbury site near Preston/Blackburn. You will drive culinary standards, mentor staff and own menu development, ensuring dishes leave the kitchen to spec.

The role offers a 2-bedroom apartment live-in option at no charge, plus tips, bonus potential, and extensive staff perks. Join a historic brewer with a tradition of quality and growth opportunities.

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