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Head Chef

Cherryred
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Harpenden, Hertfordshire AL5 2SP, England

Salary

£45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Life Insurance

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Head Chef Up to £45,000 + Tips + Profit Share

Were looking for an experienced, passionate, and motivated Head Chef to lead a skilled kitchen team at a well-established, high-quality venue. If you take pride in creating fresh, seasonal dishes and enjoy inspiring those around you, this is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career.

As Head Chef, youll be responsible for delivering consistently excellent food, maintaining kitchen standards, leading and developing your brigade, and playing a key role in the continued success of the business.

The perks of the Head Chef:
  • Salary up to £45,000 per year, depending on experience
  • Generous tips and a profit share bonus scheme
  • 40% - 50% discount on food and drink across a network of venues and selected partner venues across the UK
  • Clear and supported career development opportunities
  • Access to industry-leading training both internal and external
  • Hospitality Rewards discounts on high street brands, gym memberships and more
  • Enhanced sick pay and maternity/paternity packages
  • Life assurance and enhanced pension contributions
  • Flexible pay access up to 50% of earned wages at any time via app
  • Long service recognition and additional benefits
  • Mental health and wellbeing support, including trained Mental Health First Aiders
  • Annual team celebration event
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Opportunity to get involved in community and environmental initiatives
  • A genuine work-life balance, with most full-time chefs working under 48 hours per week
What were looking for in an ideal Head Chef:
  • A strong background in fresh food kitchens and high-volume service
  • Proven experience leading and developing a kitchen brigade
  • Excellent understanding of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen management systems
  • Confident in creating and executing seasonal menus using fresh, local ingredients
  • Passionate about food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction
  • Calm and effective under pressure with strong organisational skills
  • A positive leader who brings energy, professionalism, and team spirit
  • Ability to manage kitchen GP, stock, waste, and ordering
  • Committed to building a safe, inclusive, and supportive kitchen environment

If youre a Head Chef who leads by example and thrives in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment, wed love to hear from you!

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