Overview
Are you passionate with a commitment to providing a high-quality dining experience? The Old Courthouse in Cheltenham 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 was designed in an Italianate style by the surveyor of County Courts, Thomas Charles Sorby, and built between 1869 and 1871. It is a stunning building with many key features intact. Our chefs create delicious seasonally inspired menus in the theme of modern British cookery, with hearty classic pub favourites and occasional innovative dishes.
What’s on offer
* Package up to £40,000 per year plus TRONC
* Wellbeing and benefits including free meals on shift, 30% discount for you, friends and family across Brunning and Price and group brands, and pension
* Life assurance and health-related benefits
* Perks and saving schemes, cycle to work, electric vehicle options
* Referral bonus for introducing new Managers or Chefs
* Wagestream flexible pay option
* Comprehensive wellbeing support including free 24-hour confidential legal and information helpline, counselling, health checks, and virtual GP appointments
* Discounted gym membership and social events
* Development opportunities and internal/external training and leadership courses
Responsibilities
* Lead kitchen operations in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-volume environment
* Own food culture within the pub and collaborate with the pub manager to drive business forward
* Formulate seasonal menus with Executive Chefs
* Provide confident leadership, nurture the team, and create an inclusive and supportive environment
* Maintain stock control, gross profit (GPs) monitoring, and labour management
About Brunning And Price
* A family of 79 pubs and growing
* A company with heart that values individuality, personality, and diversity
* Commitment to reducing carbon footprint, sustainability, and supporting local communities
* @brunningandpricecareers #bandplife
Requirements / Qualifications
* Experience as Head Chef, Chef Manager, Kitchen Manager, or Senior Sous Chef in a busy, premium fresh-food environment
* Strong business acumen with ability to manage stock, GP, and labour controls
* Ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team in a collaborative kitchen
Seniorities and Employment
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Restaurants
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