Head Chef

Are you looking to develop your career in food and beverage? Did you know that the National Trust, Europe's largest conservation charity, is also renowned for its food and hospitality? We run 185 cafes all over England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and we'd love you to join us.
Were looking for a Head Chef to join us. Because we are in a rural area, please think about how youd be able to get here for work, before applying for the job.
The ideal candidate would be interested in kitchen management across a multi-outlet property. We are looking for someone who is interested in managinga kitchen team of 7 and has a strong passion for baking.
Benefits: We want to help you look after the things that matter to you, such as saving for your future, getting a discount on your weekly shop, or encouraging you to find a work-life balance. Please read our package, below, to see what benefits we offer you.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, working 5 out of 7 days. 1 in 3 weekends off, dependent on annual leave and absences. No evening or split shifts.
Salary: £28,000 - £34,000 dependent on experience.
Duration: This is a permanent role which offers realistic salary progression based on annual reviews.
Interview date: Interviews will take place on the 24th, 26th, and 28th of June.
What you'll be doing

As Head Chef, your main focus will be within the kitchen. But youll also work closely with the Food and Beverage management team to develop delicious menus using local produce, adapting to the seasons and working within the framework of our National Trust Cookbook.
Youll look for new ways to increase income and meet financial targets through managing stock and waste. Youll be preparing food from scratch using fresh seasonal ingredients. Youll be confident in baking cakes, brownies and sausage rolls as well as making soups, stews and more.
Youll support and manage the team, guided by the Trusts values, empowering them to give the best possible service to visitors and helping to build a great place to work.
Well give you an induction that fits the job, and training in allergens and food safety, plus any mentoring needed to help you in your role. You can sign up for further professional training and development if you wish.
Please also read the full role profile, available on our website.
Who we're looking for

Wed love to hear from you if youre:
Experienced as a professional chef, with a passion for food and a friendly and positive attitude.
Confident about following recipes and batch-cooking, and willing to learn.
Aware of health and safety compliance.
Happy leading a team, and able to set personal objectives and give feedback to help improve performance.
Aware of budgets such as increasing income and controlling costs.
The package

The National Trust has the motto For everyone, for ever at its heart. Were working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. Its important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say were for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
Tax-free childcare scheme
Rental deposit loan scheme
Season ticket loan
EV car lease scheme
Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
Flexible working whenever possible
Employee assistance programme
Free parking at most Trust places

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