Are you passionate about providing a high-quality dining experience?
The Old Courthouse is seeking an experienced and talented Head Chef to join our culinary team. As the Head Chef, you will play a pivotal role in menu development, kitchen management, and maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation. We are looking for an individual who shares our love for food, embraces creativity, and has exceptional culinary skills.
The Old Courthouse, designed in an 'Italianate style' by Thomas Charles Sorby and built between 1869 and 1871, is a stunning building with many original features. Our chefs create seasonally inspired menus in the theme of modern British cookery, combining hearty pub favorites with innovative dishes.
And there's plenty more in it for you:
Your Bread and Butter
* Up to £40,000 per year plus tronc (your card tips paid into your bank).
The Extras
* Free meals on shift, choosing from the menu.
* 30% discount for you, your friends, and family across B&P and our group, including Wagamama.
* Contribute to your future with a NEST pension.
* Protection for your family with life assurance.
* Great discounts via Perks on Tap, saving money on everyday purchases.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Electric vehicle scheme.
* £1,000 referral bonus for introducing new Managers or Chefs.
* Wagestream - flexible pay options.
Your Wellbeing – it’s important to us!
* Free 24-hour confidential legal and information helpline for you and your family.
* Free counselling and bespoke wellbeing support.
* Access to health checks and virtual GP appointments.
* Discounted gym memberships.
* Social events and regular thank-yous through our recognition platform.
We want you to grow with us!
* Development programs to support your career progression.
* Advanced Leadership Skills courses.
* Events around seasonal produce.
* Opportunities to move between our pubs for a long-term career.
About you...
Our kitchens are dynamic and high-volume. You should have experience as a Head Chef, Chef Manager, Kitchen Manager, or Senior Sous Chef in a busy, premium, fresh food environment. You will be responsible for fostering a positive food culture, working closely with the pub manager, and helping formulate seasonal menus. A confident leader with excellent business acumen, stock management, and team nurturing skills is essential.
About Brunning and Price...
* A family of 79 pubs and growing!
* A company that encourages individuality, personality, and diversity.
* Committed to sustainability, reducing our carbon footprint, and supporting local communities.
Are you ready to contribute to our food culture? Make your next career move as a Head Chef with Brunning and Price. Apply now!
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