Head Chef Vacancy
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.
We’re on the hunt for a talented Head Chef to take the reins in one of our lively pubs (and yes, it gets busybut that’s half the fun). Part of the JW Lees family brewery, we’re all about fresh, classic pub fayre done properly, with plenty of room to make your mark. This kitchen has loads of potential just waiting to be unlocked, so if you love leading a team, keeping standards high, and bringing a bit of personality to the plate, we want to hear from you. Salary up to £39k, plus the chance to be part of a great crew and something special.
What we offer our Head Chefs :
Competitive pay plus cash tips and tronc (that’s your card tips that are paid into your bank)Well equipped kitchen with maintained kit plus input in to menu development and ability to curate specials menus using good quality produceHealthcare Cash Plan giving you access to a 24-hour GP service and the ability to claim money back for dentist, eyecare and other medical appointments for you and your familyAnnual profit share bonus, ensuring you share in the success of the company30% discount on food and drink across our pubs, inns and hotels for you and friends and family50% off food when on shiftDiscounted stays in our hotels and inns24 hour confidential wellbeing support, plus counselling provided by the Licenced Trade CharityGreat opportunities to grow in your role and progress your career with our internal and external development programmesEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policiesAccess to JW BenefitHub, giving you access to a huge range of high street and online discounts
What a Head Chef does at JW Lees:You’ll be a dedicated and professional leader ensuing that kitchen standards are maintained to the very highest standardBe passionate about cooking great food and ensuring every dish leave the kitchen to specificationEnsure that excellent stock control practices are maintainedMotivate your team to perform to the best of their cooking capabilitiesMentor and develop your team, passing on your skills, knowledge and experienceBe the creative genius behind the in-house specialsYou will lay the ground rules and have overall responsibility over daily operations within the kitchen ensuring you and your team achieve 5* Scores on the doorsYour work will be exemplary and will inspire your team to send the perfect dish on time every time.About JW Lees:
Proudly family owned and nearly 200 years old, JW Lees are the original modern, traditional brewer. With 150 pubs, inns and hotels across the North West and North Wales, we are passionate about great beer, fantastic food and memorable experiences. xwzovoh
We put people at the heart of our business, always doing the right thing and always sticking together. Our six values are at the heart of everything we do:
Proud – Savvy – Honest – Passionate – Personal – Together…