Head chef team leader jobs in United Kingdom

We are looking for a Head Chef for our newly opened restaurant The Boathouse Cafe, located in Guildford, in an idyllic setting overlooking the River Wey. This exciting new restaurant is focused on local produce, served simply, well executed and at its seasonal best. The restaurant has 40 covers inside overlooking the river, with outdoor seated areas as well on the riverbank. This is a great opportunity for someone to make it their own; to create menus and develop the food concept. To help build the team around them and create somewhere special, to visit local suppliers to gain inspiration and connections on what’s on offer, and bring those suppliers on board with us to our dishes This role is for a chef with DRIVE and CREATIVITY – and one that has a vision to work with and lead the team to help create the place to be in the heart of Guildford As Head Chef, you will be in full control of the kitchen brigade. Your role would assume staff training, hiring, health & safety, kitchen admin, implementing and the procurement of new menus & costing’s, responsible for kitchen finances, ensuring that the GP is met. You will have at least 3 years’ experience as senior sous or head chef with a strong solid background in a quality fresh food environment. Be an excellent team leader and with the ability to motivate your team and work well under pressure. Job Requirements You would have good team management skills, which would include, training, recruitment and developing staff, time management and good working As a leader you will demonstrate and develop a great “people culture”. Proven credentials in meeting GP targets Developing and implementing new menus and dishes with costings and allergen sheets Maintain high standards and quality of food offering and execution To help maintain Kitchen labour expenditure and costs Managing all Health and safety procedures in line with company policy and maintaining records, arrange COSHH training as required Proactively respond to Food Safety Audits Responsible for food purchasing, finding suppliers and kitchen Rota’s and maintaining S.O.P’s Carry out regular stock takes for all food items Ultimately, we are looking for someone who is creative and passionate, that is dedicated, proactive and reliable, must have a passion for quality and good working ethics with a solid background and knowledge of seasonal and fresh produce, to join us Applications We are actively looking for the right candidate and open minded individual to join our team and we would love to hear from you, If the above role sounds like the one for you. Due to the large amount of applications we expect to receive, we can only responded to successful applicants who have been shortlisted for an interview. Eligibility: In line with the requirements of the Immigration Act 2016, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £40,000.00 per year Benefits: Company events Discounted or free food Employee discount Referral programme Sick pay Schedule: Weekend availability Supplemental pay types: Performance bonus Tips Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: In person

"Join our team as a Senior Chief and lead with expertise! We're seeking a seasoned professional to oversee our operations, mentor our team, and drive excellence in all facets of our organization. If you're a visionary leader with a proven track record of success, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference!"

Head Chef - New Restaurant Opening Rockfish - voted one of the TOP 50 BEST COMPANIES to work for in the whole of the UK, as verified by all of our employees. We are delighted to be opening our newest restaurant in the beautiful coastal town of Salcombe, Devon and we have an exciting opportunity to join our award-winning business as Head Chef. Our chefs get to work with the best sustainable seafood, MSC certified or caught and managed in the Southwest of England. We buy direct from the market everyday, which is then prepared by our team on the quayside, packed and then delivered to each restaurant before service. Our Salcombe restaurant will be opening in early summer 2024 and we would like to invite our new Head Chef to begin working and training with us in April. The Role You will work with incredible fresh seafood and have a shared passion for sustainable fishing. You will be a role model and strong leader to your team of chefs, supporting and mentoring their training and development and leading the way on all our Rockfish values. Your attention to detail will be second to none, ensuring the food prepared is of a consistent and high quality, delivering an exceptional guest experience. You will manage fish respectively to minimise waste, control costs and ensure all food safety regulations are met. You will build a strong relationship with our front of house teams to collectively deliver exceptional levels of service to all our guests. Before starting in your new restaurant, we will get you up and running with an induction and training programme which includes onsite training at our training restaurant in Weymouth, Brixham fish market tour, extensive training plan and in-kitchen experience with our inspirational top chefs so you can hit the ground running. You will be required to have previous experience at Head Chef level and able to drive to the Salcombe location. Benefits We offer a relocation package for anyone wishing to join us from outside of the south west area. - A generous share of guest gratuities and tips - Discretionary bonus schemes for management levels - Summer incentives including trips abroad, food & restaurant experience days & an extra week off! - Paid Overtime when it's needed though our aim is for our teams to work only contracted hours - Company Auto Enrolment pension scheme to help you save for your future - Birthdays off, additional to your 28 days holiday allowance - Access to Rockfish paddleboards, to relax and enjoy for free - 24/7 support through Hospitality Action : including financial advice, counselling sessions and help when life throws a curveball - Reduced working hours to 40hrs in the winter and 48hrs in the summer - Competitions and incentives along the way - Generous paid refer a friend Scheme £££ - Christmas off! We close Christmas eve, Christmas day and Boxing Day! - 50% off all food when you dine at any Rockfish Restaurant We strive to be a Company that is inclusive in terms of age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be happy at work.

General Manager, Bistro Freddie, Shoreditch, from HAM. Restaurants Bistro Freddie is a 45- cover bistro in the heart of Shoreditch, showcasing the best of British produce and French wine. Working alongside Anna, head chef (Erst, Suppher) our General Manager will bring old school hospitality to Shoreditch with big, heart warming, and indulgent dishes. We're in search of a hands-on leader with a keen operational acumen and a genuine focus on people. This role requires someone who can not only maintain our current success but also drive it to new heights. A proactive and ambitious mindset is key, as we value individuals who can take initiative and think outside the box. Our restaurants thrive on a dynamic, entrepreneurial spirit, and we're looking for someone who can both contribute to and foster this energy independently. General Managers can expect: - Up to £50,000 per annum - Weekly management meetings with support from Operations, People, Events and Wine departments - Development plans and progression opportunities as part of a growing group - Training and trips - Free welcome meal for 2 - 50% off dining and drinks for you and 3 guests any of HAM. Restaurants - 20% off retail wine price - Opportunity to work with our wider teams at different sites, internal and external events, food, and drinks collabs, weddings and food fairs etc. HAM. Restaurants are Crispin, Bar Crispin, Bistro Freddie, Crispin x Studio Voltaire and Crispin Events.

An exciting new opportunity has arisen We are on the lookout for a head pastry Chef to join our restaurant team at Méli-mélo Working at MÉLI-MÉLO will give you the opportunity to create high quality dishes using great produce and suppliers, working alongside the chef-patron himself and our down to earth kitchen team. We are committed to investing in our people and fostering a strong sense of family and mutual respect. We celebrate individuality and diversity within our team You will have opportunities to develop, progress and learn from our inspiring leaders, who encourage creativity and welcome new ideas

We are looking for full time chef to join our fast-paced kitchen. We offer Competitive pay, tips and service charge Benefits: Company events, Company pension, Cycle to work scheme, Discounted or free food, Employee discount, Flexible schedule, Gym membership, Referral programme, Store discounts, Wellness programmes

As a kitchen team leader at the George of Harpenden, you will help to lead a team to be proud of, keeping spirits high and specs on point. You will be the master of the menu and get a thrill from teaching the team. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? • Love dining out? You'll love it even more with a massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered. • With Mitchells & Butlers, your first role isn’t usually your last. On average, more than 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year. • Never a dull moment - fun, laughs and lifelong friends! • Flexible shifts - to fit around the other important things in life WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS KTL YOU’LL… • Be a champion of brand standards • Cook to spec and work within brand targets • Lead the team to deliver top quality standards on every shift • Support with the training and development of the team • Support with stock control and ordering so you’re set up for success

Job Description Our mission at IBIS London City Shoreditch is to create memorable moments for our guests, by connecting hearts from arrival to farewell. A job, a career or a calling - whatever brings you here, we have something for you! As our Food & Beverage Team Member , you… Deliver consistent and memorable service to all our guests. Connect and work together with your team to ensure every guest leaves with a wish to return. Take orders and send them to kitchen staff. Check ordered meals on collection from kitchen and deliver to guests. Keep tables and service areas clean and tidy as per procedure manual. Maintain hygienic food service techniques during service. Provide efficient, friendly and professional service to all guests, making all guests experience positive. Are a sparkling, upbeat personality able to quickly build rapport in a fast-paced environment. You must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position and be in possession of a current work visa. In line with the requirements set by the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. A little more information: We believe that our people are at the heart of everything we do which is why we are committed to offering you a comprehensive training programme that will support you at every step in your new role. We offer a place where you can “Be All You Are” as part of a diverse team that delivers memorable hospitality and strives to exceed guests' expectations. Our hotel offers 348rooms, Restaurant & Bar. To ensure you can best welcome and care for our guests you will need to be fluent in English. Understanding things from our guest’s perspective is key, so while you are settling into your new role we will arrange a one-night stay for you to experience this first hand. If you feel you are the right candidate for the role as our Waiter/Waitress, please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you! One more thing… By working at IBIS London City Shoreditch you will be part of the Accor network, worldwide hospitality leader. With us, you can be all you are, work with purpose, grow, learn, enjoy and explore Accor’s limitless opportunities. Work Experience Great communication skills Well organized Problem solving abilities Full Flexible working between Monday to Sunday. Benefits As part of our team you can have: Salary – £ 13.16/hour Free night stays in our UK hotels and up to 50% discount in any Accor Restaurant (T&C Applies) Complimentary stays in UK hotel (Bonus Breaks Vouchers - subject to availability and T&C) Pension Scheme Talent gym access Additional holidays with service Delicious complimentary meals on duty prepared by our creative chefs Career opportunities across a network of international brands Support your wellbeing in your professional and personal lives Grow your experience anywhere. Explore limitless opportunities across 5000 hotels in over 100 countries Participate actively in initiatives to build a more inclusive and sustainable world And many more benefits and perks : Our objective is simple: make you grow and give you the spark to unleash your personality And more: recommend a friend scheme; Employee Advisory Service (all benefits subject to availability and T&C) Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent, creating an environment where everyone feels they belong. Information on the processing of personal data When you submit an application to IBIS London City Shoreditch, trading as AccorInvest UK, the company processes some of your personal data to consider and manage your application. We may also process data supplied to us by third parties, for example one or more of your former employers or a third-party supplier of personality questionnaires. Please note that your answers to any questionnaire will not lead to an automated decision. In our capacity as data controller, we ensure that we comply with all legislation relating to the protection of personal data (in particular the retained EU law version of the General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) and the Data Protection Act 2018). Information relating to the processing of candidates' personal data and to the exercise of their rights of access, opposition, rectification and deletion is available in our Employee Privacy Policy.

Full job description Assistant General Manager Based at the heart of our neighbourhoods, and residential enviroment, Louis Earlsfield is a truly all-day dining restaurant, serving up delicious food from breakfast brunch and dinner. Grab & go and a Deli too. Assistant General Managers at Louis restaurant are experienced with high volume, fast paced all day dining environments. You work closely with your General Manager & Head Chef to lead the restaurant, creating magical experiences for our guests, engage & motivate your team and drive excellent results. We are team players; we have a lot of fun and support each other. Life at Louis Earlsfield • Competitive salaries, up to £42k pa. • Investment in YOU! You’ll be provided with comprehensive training when you start, as well as continued opportunities for personal progression & development – we are committed to developing our future Operators internally. • 48-hour contracts and a commitment ensuring you get a good work/life • 75%off food and 50% off drinks when visiting Louis or anybother company site. • End of shifts staff drink • Plus, the standard ones you would expect: auto-enrolment in our pension scheme, holiday, & bottomless hot drinks on shifts Are you our next Louis Earlsfield Assistant General Manager? • Love the buzz of running a busy, always evolving restaurant, • An approachable and engaging leader, • Driven to deliver exceptional service & standards, • Strong business acumen, able to control metrics and drive sales. LOUIS restaurant is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.

An exciting opportunity to join a growing independent cold-pressed juice bar with two sites based in World's End, Chelsea & Notting Hill. Our business is driven by a wholehearted mission to provide fresh food & drink that makes a positive, long-lasting impact on our health & wellness. Our range of products includes cold-pressed juices, smoothies, açaí bowls, salads, hot foods & a range of desserts/snacks. We’re looking for a reliable Kitchen Manager to directly manage our central kitchen, supervising a team of 2-3 production chefs and producing our juicing, food and desserts/snacks. The Kitchen Manager should be a strong leader, well organised and extremely self-motivated and committed, ideally with an interest or passion for fresh foods. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of an exciting and growing business as well as to play an integral role in its ongoing development. Key responsibilities of the Kitchen Manager / CPU Manager / Head Chef - Supervise juicing, food and pastry production to ensure the range is consistently produced to an excellent standard of quality and visual presentation and ensuring labelling and specs are followed. - Meeting production and delivery deadlines and working to labour, cogs and wastage targets. - Ensure smooth and timely delivery of products from CPU to retail stores and communicating any issues clearly to FOH teams. - Team management including recruitment, training, rotas and performance reviews. - Raise weekly and ad hoc orders. - Maintain relationships and liaising with existing and new suppliers to achieve best pricing. - Liaise with suppliers regarding any issues with regards to quality issues/stock/deliveries. - Adhering to health & safety requirements and maintaining excellent hygiene standards. - Assist with menu development or operational changes to improve efficiencies. Key requirements of the Kitchen Manager / CPU Manager / Head Chef - Proven experience in a kitchen management role of 1+ years or looking for a next step up. - Professional with an all-round, multitasking attitude. - Solid leadership and training qualities, enthusiastic and able to motivate a team to achieve excellent quality standards. - Highly organized, positive and calm under pressure. Able to adapt to the flow and quick moving pace of a commercial production kitchen. - Highly responsible, self-motivated and autonomous in work ethic. - Excellent communication and management skills. - Analytical, good eye for detail with excellent problem solving skills. - Experience in using database/reporting systems is a plus. - Level 2 food hygiene & safety certificate. - A passion for/ experience working with fresh food is a bonus. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £40,000.00-£43,000.00 per year Schedule: Day shift Supplemental pay types: Bonus scheme Performance bonus - Work Location: In person