Head Chef - St Albans, Hertfordshire

As Head Chef, you'll take full responsibility for the day to day running of the kitchen, leading by example to deliver consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and service. You'll inspire and develop your team, manage kitchen operations efficiently and ensure every guest enjoys an exceptional dining experience.,

• Lead, motivate and develop the kitchen team.
• Oversee the day-to-day operation of a busy fresh food kitchen.
• Deliver consistently high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Manage stock, ordering, food costs and GP targets.
• Produce seasonal menus and daily specials in line with company standards.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, health & safety and hygiene regulations.
• Recruit, train and develop kitchen team members.
• Manage rotas, labour costs and kitchen performance.
• Work closely with the General Manager to deliver an outstanding guest experience.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment.
  
  Previous experience as a Head Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
• Strong background in fresh food hospitality.
• Passion for producing high-quality dishes using fresh ingredients.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with experience managing food costs and kitchen budgets.
• Calm under pressure with a positive, hands-on approach.
• Committed to developing and supporting your team.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and busy trading periods.
  
  We're looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead one of our busy kitchens in St Albans, delivering fresh, delicious Great British classics in a welcoming pub restaurant that prides itself on fantastic food, genuine hospitality and a great team culture.
Great British Inns is a growing collection of pubs and restaurants across Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. As part of our privately owned pub group, you'll have the opportunity to make your mark, develop your team and build a successful kitchen with the support of an experienced operations team and genuine opportunities for career progression.


• Competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000
• Generous tips
• Company benefits
• Career progression within a growing hospitality group
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive, people-focused culture where your ideas and ambition are valued