Head Chef

The George, Hayes; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant hospitality venue in Oxford is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team. You'll inspire and manage staff to deliver high-quality food while driving sales and guest satisfaction. The role requires strong leadership in kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and hygiene standards. This position is ideal for someone looking for their first appointment as a Head Chef, with opportunities for growth and a robust benefits package including bonuses, discounts, and health plans.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Paid qualifications

33% discount across brands

20% discount for friends and family

Discounted gym memberships

Health & Dental Plans

25 days paid holiday

High-street shopping discounts

Employee helpline

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-quality kitchen environment.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations effectively.
• Passion for inspiring and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Train and inspire your team to deliver high-quality food.
• Drive sales and guest satisfaction.
• Manage food ordering, preparation, and stock control.
• Ensure compliance with health and hygiene regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Food quality management

Target-driven

Health and hygiene knowledge

Job description

As Head Chef at O'Neill's Oxford you'll lead the way in creating a kitchen to be proud of. You’ll be inspiring your team, instilling the passion that ensures all the food that leaves the kitchen is of the highest standard. Managing all areas of the kitchen, you’ll keep our guests coming back for more

Join us at O'Neill's. From breakfast to big nights out, our teams are the local legends. The atmosphere is electric, the food hearty, and the Guinness always flowing. So, if you’re up for the craic, we want to hear from you.

This is a suitable opportunity for somebodylooking for their first Head Chef appointment.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Bonus scheme – we’re all about rewarding the hard work you put in
• Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications.
• A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered.
• 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family.
• Discounted gym memberships
• Health & Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure and always smiling

On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 25 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS HEAD CHEF YOU’LL…

• Trainand inspire your team to consistently deliver high-quality food to be proud of.
• Bedriven to smash targets with your team driving sales and guest satisfaction.
• Kitchen management: food ordering, food preparation and stock control.
• Work with a branded menu.
• Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations.

At M&B we value the unique perspectives each person brings. We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and allyship, we create a sense of belonging, engagement and team work which are essential to delivering great guest experiences.Join us and be a part of a great team.