Head Chef - Frome - £40,000 + Tips
£40,000 salary, monthly tips and the opportunity to put your own stamp on an exciting BBQ and street-food menu!
Are you an ambitious Head Chef with a passion for Texas BBQ, burgers and bold street food? This is a fantastic opportunity to take the lead in a modern, community-focused pub in Frome, where great food, creativity and a relaxed atmosphere are at the heart of the business.
You'll be joining a team with a strong food identity, giving you the opportunity to develop exciting menus, bring fresh ideas to the table and create a kitchen culture where people enjoy working together.
Why apply?
£40,000 annual salary
Monthly tips on top of your salary
28 days' annual leave
Free meals whilst on duty
Training and ongoing support to help you develop and progress
Fantastic team parties and social events
The opportunity to create exciting menus and put your own stamp on the food offering
A supportive environment where your ideas and creativity are encouraged
Key Responsibilities
As Head Chef, you'll take ownership of the kitchen operation, leading from the front and ensuring consistently high standards. Your responsibilities will include:
Leading the kitchen during service, maintaining food quality, consistency and efficiency.
Planning and coordinating kitchen operations alongside senior management.
Creating exciting menus featuring Texas BBQ, burgers, fried chicken and street food.
Coaching and developing your team, building a positive and collaborative kitchen culture.
Managing food costs, stock control and kitchen profitability.
Ensuring food safety, hygiene and allergen regulations are followed.
Building strong working relationships between the kitchen and front of house teams.
Maintaining excellent food preparation and presentation standards, even during busy services.
What we're looking for
We're looking for a passionate and creative Chef who enjoys working with bold flavours and has the confidence to lead a busy kitchen. Ideally, you'll have:
Previous experience in a grill, BBQ or street-food kitchen.
Good knowledge of Texas BBQ, slow-cooked meats, burgers and fried chicken.
The creativity and confidence to develop exciting menus.
Experience opening and closing a kitchen safely.
Strong organisational and communication skills.
The ability to support, train and develop junior chefs.
A good understanding of food costs, stock control and kitchen profitability.
A proactive approach to maintaining high standards and delivering great food.
Experience as a Sous Chef ready to take the next step into a leadership role would also be welcomed.
If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Head Chef in Frome, where you can showcase your creativity, lead a great team and develop an exciting food offering, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!
Job Number │ INDCHEFS / 49282
Location │ Frome
Role │ Head Chef
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