Chefs - Executive/Head Chef

Company Profile

Situated in the heart of rural Kent, this beautiful Grade II listed Inn is currently seeking a highly talented and creative Head Chef to make their mark.

With wonderful quirky period features dating back to the 13th C and with Rooms above, the 40 cover Dining Room offers inspired Brasserie Grill dining showcasing USBA Smithfield’s beef & top Kent farm suppliers.

Food Service: breakfast for over-night guests, seasonal Lunch & Dinner menus, 9.30pm last orders

Role

Supported by the Owners, you will be encouraged to take ownership, playing a key role in raising the levels of food quality, delivering seasonal menus with imagination & flair – putting this stunning Country Pub back on the ‘map’ for offering the best food in the local area

Current service levels – up to 30 covers (Sat Dinner)

Responsibilities:

Menu design & development – showcasing USBA Smithfield’s beef & top seasonal produce sourced from nearby farms & estates

Daily running of kitchen & service – delegation to one other (team to build with increased business levels)

Stock control, wastage management, inventory & invoices, GP & costings

Recruitment, rosters, training & development of small team

Food hygiene records, cleaning rosters, maintenance of kitchen & equipment

Contracted to work 55 Hrs P / Wk over 5 days (7 day operation), benefits will include support from seasoned professional Owners keen to develop the business further, opportunity to take ownership & menu freedom (within concept), performance related bonuses, accommodation & use of company van, permanent full time contract with associated benefits & opportunity to work at other sites operated by the Owners.

Candidate Profile

The preferred candidate will have a gastro / brasserie / grill background in British cuisine, managing a kitchen at Head Chef level for a min. 12 months, alternatively as an experienced Sous Chef looking to take the next step up

A two chef brigade on service – you will drive standards, ensuring food quality & consistency with a great eye for detail – training the existing team in the new standards required

Strong kitchen & man management skill set, understanding & ability to deliver on profit margins without comprising on food quality – essential

Up to date on current hygiene legislation

Genuine intention to offer long term commitment to next role

Salary & Benefits

£25,000 – £28,000 Basic Start Salary pa + Bonus Incentives

3 Months Probationary Period: Regular Performance Related Salary Reviews

Benefits: Accommodation + Well Structured & Professional Working Environment + Movement within Group + Use of Company Van

Working Hours: 55 Hrs P / Wk over 5 Days (9.30pm last orders)

Meals on Duty + Chef Uniform

Paid Annual Leave

Immediate Start

In accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, candidates must prove their entitlement to work in the UK – Verification of Documentation will be undertaken as part of the recruitment process

£25k - £30k pa