At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the kitchen, craft seasonal menus, and educate the team on local suppliers.
- Company: A values-driven business focused on community and local produce across five venues.
- Benefits: Competitive salary with transparent tips, access to mental health support, and 28 days holiday.
- Other info: Enjoy staff parties and free parking while working with a passionate team.
- Why this job: Join a human-led kitchen that prioritises well-being and celebrates local ingredients.
- Qualifications: Experience in culinary leadership and a commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Lead Our Kitchen with Heart and Purpose. To reach our ambitions and truly earn our place in the hearts of our community, we’re looking for a Head Chef who leads with heart, purpose, and a deep respect for the seasons. At our core, we are a values-driven business. We don't just "run lines"; we live by values that put people first and focus on delivering "WOW" on every plate. As our culinary lead, you will be the bridge between our local farmers and our guests’ tables, crafting menus that celebrate the best of what’s growing right now.
What success looks like here:
- Seasonally Inspired & Impactful: You don’t just follow recipes; you follow the harvest. Your goal is to deliver "WOW" by letting local ingredients shine, ensuring every dish tells a story of the season and makes someone’s day.
- Courageous Leadership: You have the integrity to do the right thing—from sourcing ethically to maintaining standards during a busy service. You lead from the pass, earning the high level of trust that defines our kitchen.
- Honest Communication: You support your brigade to succeed by speaking to them on a human level. You educate your team on our local suppliers and seasonal changes so everyone feels confident and connected to the food they cook.
- Resourceful & Sustainable Mindset: You maximise our local bounty to drive financial success. You understand that our cause is bigger than money; you’ll lead nose-to-tail and root-to-stem actions that reduce waste and protect our planet.
- Self-Aware & Mindful: You understand that your well-being is the team's well-being. You take responsibility for your own balance and encourage your chefs to do the same, keeping the kitchen healthy and focused.
- Wholeheartedly Positive: You make the kitchen a fulfilling, happy part of the day. You work mindfully, celebrating your team's unique strengths and their shared passion for incredible, local produce.
Why you’ll love it here:
- Fair Pay & Transparent Tips: Competitive salary plus an equal share of all tips, distributed through TIPJAR weekly.
- Real Food & Local Perks: No "soggy sandwiches"—we eat what we cook, using the same fresh, local produce we serve our guests. Plus, friends and family discounts across our 5 venues.
- Your Well-being First: Access to the Hospitality Rewards App, providing a private GP, Mental Health support (EAP), and shopping discounts.
- Growth & Adventure: 28 days holiday (increasing with service) and amazing supplier trips to meet the farmers and producers behind our menus.
- A Place to Belong: Free parking, epic staff parties, and a team of "really quite lovely" people who genuinely care about food and each other.
Head Chef employer: The Ideal Collection
This company is dedicated to ethical practices and community engagement, offering competitive pay and transparent tips. Located across five venues, they provide access to mental health support and opportunities for growth through supplier trips. The team is known for their genuine care for food and each other.
