- Have had experience of a fine dining kitchen, holding a Head Chef role for a minimum of 3 years cooking fresh ingredients/seasonal dishes
- Have menu/dish creation experience, writing recipes and producing specs, whilst training menus into teams and overseeing consistent delivery of dishes
- Have stock management and labour planning experience, able to work to budgets and deliver ratios.
- Maintain a 5-star EHO rated kitchen
- Have the ability to adapt, change and learn on the job.
- Show a passionate desire to delight our guests.
- Enjoy working in a busy kitchen environment.
- Have excellent communication skills and strong leadership qualities.
- Show initiative to take on new challenges and solve problems as they arise.
- Be happy to work as part of a team, whilst being able to work independently when required.
- Have an NI number and proof of their eligibility to work within the UK, Settled status for EU citizenship.
Benefits of working as a Head Chef for Cubitt House:- Daily health checks on site (safety first!).
- A focus on fresh seasonal, regional and sustainable ingredients.
- The opportunity to showcase classic food preparation techniques such as butchery, charcuterie, and pastry. All in one kitchen.
- Many opportunities for career development and progression.
- Paid training courses (both in and out of house) and trips to our suppliers including some overseas.
- Founding member of the SRA (Sustainable Restaurant Association).
- Pension Scheme.
- Access to Wagestream.
- Workplace Nursery Scheme.
- 50% Discount policy when dining in our restaurants.
- Free Perkbox membership with over 300 discounts including – Apple, Cineworld, Café Nero, National Express etc.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Access to our discounted alcohol purchase scheme.
- Length of service awards, ranging from 1 year to 5+ year rewards and more!
Please note that we support all our employees as they adapt to the unprecedented circumstances brought about by COVID-19. The welfare of our people is of paramount importance to us, and we are doing everything we can to keep our employees and guests safe during this time. To find out how we keep our people safe, please visit: https://www.cubitthouse.co.uk