Executive Culinary Lead

4 days ago


Holt, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Chestnut Full time

The Chestnut group is a growing collection of stunning pubs with rooms and Bottle Shops located in the East Anglia region. We pride ourselves on using fresh, locally sourced food and expressing culinary creativity.

Job Overview

We are seeking an Executive Culinary Lead to join our kitchen team at The Wiveton Bell. As part of our management team, you will be responsible for ensuring every dish meets our high standards for taste, presentation, and consistency.

This role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus tips on top of your hourly pay. Enjoy tracking your financial progress by using Wagestream and take advantage of flexible hours allowing you to maintain a work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage kitchen operations, including inventory management, cost control, and adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Cultivate a positive and motivated work environment, working closely with the Head Chef to ensure all team members perform to their best abilities.
Requirements and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • A great eye for detail and a passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences.
  • Confidence in kitchen operations, including inventory management, cost control, and adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team.
Benefits

As an Executive Culinary Lead at The Wiveton Bell, you will enjoy:

  • Incentives: Enjoy team and individual incentives that reward your hard work and dedication, including staff days out and trips abroad.
  • Flexible Hours: Maintain a work-life balance with flexible hours that allow you to suit your personal commitments.
  • Tips: Earn tips on top of your competitive hourly pay and track your financial progress with Wagestream.
  • Perks of Working with Us:
    • Be part of a friendly, supportive team and integrate with other staff teams from various Chestnut properties.
    • Enjoy additional tips on top of competitive hourly pay.
    • Opportunities for growth and development within hospitality careers.
    • A vibrant, community-focused work environment.
    • Enjoy both food and room discounts with friends.
    • Access to our exclusive Chestnut Hub offering 100s of high-street discounts.
    • High-quality, fresh staff food included.
    • Industry-accredited and nationally recognized qualifications.
    • Employee reward and recognition prizes.
    • Referral scheme (earn up to £1500 per referral).


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