Head of Culinary Excellence

18 hours ago


Bruton, Somerset, United Kingdom The Newt in Somerset Full time
Lead Our Food Programme

We are seeking a highly motivated and passionate leader to oversee the ethos, quality, and methodology of our Food programme across the Newt Estate. As a key member of our team, you will influence ingredient and retail procurement, product and recipe development, and menus across all F&B outlets.

Key Responsibilities
  • Influence menu development and food offerings, ensuring consistency and quality across all restaurants and F&B outlets.
  • Develop relationships with local producers, growers, and makers to source the best ingredients for our menus.
  • Collaborate with our Head of Production to create and expand a high-quality range of Newt products for ecommerce, retail, and estate business.
  • Oversee Head Chefs and kitchen teams, ensuring a joined-up approach to our food programme and providing mentoring, coaching, and guidance to our brigade of Estate chefs.
  • Support the development of Chefs through our Chef Academy Programme and Apprenticeship programmes.
  • Drive sustainability and innovation in our food programme, ensuring a forward-thinking approach to reducing waste and promoting environmentally friendly practices.
What We're Looking For
  • Experience in leading and motivating large teams, with a proven track record of success.
  • Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and drive change.
  • A passion for food, sustainability, and innovation.
  • Commercial acumen, with a focus on improving profitability and efficiency.
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to develop and support our team members.
What We Offer
  • A positive and supportive work environment, with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes, as well as access to our Spa and swimming pools.
  • 30% discount on all purchases in our shops and online, as well as free delivery on online orders.
  • Exclusive perks, including discounted hotel stays and 30% off at our restaurants.
  • The opportunity to shape the future of our business through our Employee Engine Room.
  • Complimentary garden membership, including access to the Eden Project, Kew Gardens, and The Lost Gardens of Heligan.
  • Complimentary meals while on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate.
  • A recognition programme, 'Newt Awards', with opportunities to achieve amazing rewards.
  • Support from our Employee Assistance Programme, for both yourself and your family.
  • A team that knows how to have fun, with regular team engagement activities and events.
  • Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team.

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