Executive Culinary Director

6 days ago


Tunbridge Wells, Kent, United Kingdom Young's Pubs Full time

About Us:

At Young's Pubs, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences to our customers. Our commitment to serving fresh, seasonal, British food is at the heart of everything we do.

Our Team:

We're a dynamic and social team that works together to achieve our goals. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive work environment, where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.

What We Offer:

  • Autonomy to create and implement menus and specials
  • Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme and Development Programmes
  • Regular culinary masterclasses and food trips with top suppliers
  • Chef Forums to inspire and develop
  • Free meals and 20% discount in all Young's pubs and hotels
  • Share save Scheme and Company Pension Scheme
  • 28 Days Holiday per year

What We're Looking For:

We're seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef who can inspire and lead our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for delivering exceptional food quality, a strong track record of championing excellent service, and the ability to develop and implement fresh seasonal menus.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and develop a high-performing kitchen team
  • Develop and implement menus and specials that meet customer expectations
  • Manage kitchen staff rota, training, and health and safety
  • Drive sales and deliver growth through engagement with kitchen and front of house teams


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