You will join Country Inns as a Head Chef in Waiting on £37,500 working alongside one of our talented head chefs. After 6 months you will be moved into a permanent Head Chef Role on £40,000. As well as the salary you will also receive share of tips (via Tronc) and work towards an achievable monthly bonus.

Having been running pubs in the New Forest for 17 years, our group has become well known for Fantastic fresh homemade food. We are looking for a head chef in waiting to join our team to keep this high standard of food we have created for ourselves.

The type of Chef we are looking for is a team player, capable of leading a diverse team of chefs in his kitchen and cooking fresh food to order, while keeping on top of cleanliness and stock with help from your Sous chef.

Role Requirements

• Must have a passion and love for food.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent management and organisational skills.
• Works well under pressure.
• Good attention to detail.
• Strives to exceed targets and goals.
• Own transport (no live in available).

Role Responsibilities

• To assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of the menu.
• To help maintain, clean, and use where necessary all kitchen equipment.
• To maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen areas in line with current EHO standards.
• To help create and operate an efficient rota of kitchen staff and cover within wage budgets.
• To apply the necessary practices and procedures to maintain food safety protocols.
• To be responsible for the running of the kitchen, its staff, and facilities in the absence of the Head Chef.
• To assist in overseeing all kitchen operations including staff training.

The successful candidate will receive the following benefits:

• Excellent remuneration package, with fantastic tips paid in addition.
• Ongoing staff training and development to ensure you reach your potential.
• Eligible employees benefit from a NEST pension scheme with an increased Employers contribution available.
• Parking on/near site *
• Staff discount in all outlets.
• 28 days holiday per year which increases with time served up to 35 days.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £37,500.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Tips

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lyndhurst SO43 7FY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Sous Chef: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person