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Location:Orford, Suffolk
OTE:Up to £47,000 per annum, including tronc and bonus payments. Base Salary £36,000
Position Type:Full-time, Seasonal
Position Type:Full-time, Seasonal
Are you an experienced and passionate Head Chef looking for an exciting seasonal project? If so, our charming pub in Orford could be your next great adventure!
We are seeking aHead Chefto assist in the running of our beautiful quayside pub and to lead the kitchen team during the busy summer holidays, school breaks, and bank holidays. This role is perfect for a seasoned professional or a management/chef couple looking for a hands-on project that offers both challenges and rewards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership:Lead, inspire, and manage the kitchen team, ensuring high morale and consistent quality in every dish.
- Menu Development:Create and develop seasonal menus that reflect local ingredients and trends, delighting our diverse clientele alongside a small core menu.
- Seasonal Operations:Handle the unique challenges of a seasonal business, from staffing to inventory management, ensuring smooth operations during peak periods.
- Self-Starter:Take initiative in all aspects of kitchen management, from maintaining high hygiene standards to optimizing kitchen efficiency.
- Collaboration:Work closely with management to ensure the pub runs seamlessly, delivering exceptional guest experiences.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary:Up to £36,000 per year
- Additional Earnings:Tronc and bonus payments to reward your hard work and creativity
- A Collaborative Environment:Opportunities for chef/management couples to make a joint impact on our business
- Creative Freedom:Bring your ideas to life and shape the culinary experience and direction of our pub by identifying and developing our point of difference.
- A Unique Project:The chance to work in a beautiful, vibrant location with a supportive team
- Live In: Accomodation available
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership role within a seasonal or high-volume environment.
- Strong skills in team management, menu development, and operational efficiency.
- A self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently and lead by example.
- Experience in handling the unique demands of seasonal work, including flexibility in working hours during peak periods.
- A passion for delivering exceptional food and dining experiences.
If you are ready to bring your expertise and creativity to our seasonal pub in Orford, we would love to hear from you! We are also open to interviewing management/chef couples who are interested in joining our team together.
