Head Chef

Job Description

Summary Are you looking to develop your career in food and drink Did you know that the National Trust, Europes largest conservation charity, is also renowned for its food and hospitality We run 185 cafes all over England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and wedlove you to join us.We’re looking for a Head Chef to join us at Chartwell.Because were in a rural area, please think about how you’d be able to get here for work, before applying for the job.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 benefitswe offer you.Hours:37.5 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 across weekdays, weekends and Bank Holidays on a rota basis. Typically between 8.00am - 4.00pm so no evenings or split shifts.Salary:£33,000 per annumDuration:PermanentInterview date:W/C 1st July 2024 What its like to work here Reporting to the Senior Food & Beverage Manager, youll manage the team of 4 in the kitchen at Chartwell.To find out more about what it’s like to work in a food and beverage team for the National Trust,clickhere towatch our video. What youll be doing As Head Chef, your main focus will be within the kitchen. But you’ll 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 TrustCookbook’.You’ll look for new ways to increase income and meet financial targets through managing stock and waste. You’ll be preparing food from scratch using fresh seasonal ingredients. You’ll be confident in baking cakes, brownies and sausage rolls as well as makingsoups, stews and more.You’ll support and manage the team, guided by the Trust’s values, empowering them to give the best possible service to visitors and helping to build a great place to work.We’ll 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, attached to this advert. Who were looking for We’d love to hear from you if you’re:•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. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audienceswe serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re 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 placesClick here to find out moreabout the benefits we offer to support you.