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Head Chef The Glass Bar & Kitchen, Beeston
Salary:£32,000£36,000 + quarterly performance bonuses Job Type:Full-time, Permanent Start Date:5 September 2025
Lead with flavour. Build with purpose.Were looking for a Head Chef whos not just skilledbut inspired. At The Glass Bar & Kitchen, part of the Oneunion group, youll have the freedom to shape menus, mentor a tight-knit team, and help define the culinary heartbeat of Beestons most exciting new venue.
Whether youre ready to step up from Senior Sous or already leading a kitchen, this is a chance to build something lastingwith fresh produce, creative freedom, and a team thats hungry to grow.
What Youll Do
- Own the kitchen: Lead daily operations and ensure smooth, high-energy service
- Create with impact: Collaborate on seasonal menus and specials that excite guests and drive repeat visits
- Raise the bar: Set and maintain exceptional standards in food quality, presentation, and consistency
- Grow your team: Train and mentor chefs in technique, hygiene, and efficiency
- Run it smart: Manage inventory, suppliers, and ordering with a focus on margin and sustainability
- Deliver hospitality: Work closely with front-of-house to ensure a seamless guest experience
What Were Looking For
- Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous in a high-volume kitchen
- Strong leadership and people skillsyou know how to build trust and momentum
- Deep knowledge of food safety, prep techniques, and current culinary trends
- Calm under pressure, with a love for fresh produce and seasonal cooking
- Culinary qualifications welcome but not essentialwe value talent and attitude
Why Join Us?
- Quarterly bonus schemetied to performance and team success
- Tipsshared fairly
- Company pension
- Free or discounted mealsduring shifts
- Employee discountsacross the group
- Overtime available
- 810 hour shiftswith rota input
Essentials
- Food Safety
- Head Chef or Senior Sous experience: 1 year
- Work Location: On-site, Beeston
- Start Date: 10th September 2025
