Chef
Join the Culinary Team at our 5-star, award-winning restaurant, renowned for both classic and modern British cuisine.
Are you a dedicated chef with a passion for classic dishes, with a modern twist, using only the freshest local produce? Do you appreciate a Head Chef who values their team and invests in developing your career? Would you enjoy the flexibility of a 4-day work week with 3 days off, or even 3 days on and 4 off?
We currently have a variety of roles available, including Sous Chef, Line Chefs and Prep Chef, within our growing kitchen brigade. We don't expect you to have years of fine dining experience - we're looking for a great personality, strong communication skills, good time management, and a real passion for delivering excellent service! We offer competitive financial packages along with an attractive working week.
Why Join Our Team?
Located in the heart of Lancashire, we are surrounded by an amazing selection of local produce - from the finest cuts of Lancashire meat to fresh fish from the coast, as well as flavourful fruits and vegetables. Our aim is to delight guests with memorable flavours, attention to detail, and an overall dining experience that keeps them coming back.
- Immerse yourself in a vibrant, supportive, and family-oriented environment.
- Work with top-quality, locally sourced ingredients.
- Grow with a team recognised for culinary excellence.
- Enjoy a competitive salary with attractive benefits.
- Be part of a culinary journey rooted in community, creativity, and connection.
Your Role and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head Chef in preparing and cooking dishes that align with our unique culinary ethos.
- Supervise and train junior staff, ensuring quality control and adherence to hygiene standards.
- Collaborate with the team to create seasonal menus.
- Manage inventory, source local ingredients, and maintain sustainable practices.
- Embody our values of innovation, tradition, and hospitality.
- Set up and stock sections with necessary supplies.
- Prepare ingredients for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, filleting fish, preparing sauces).
- Run your own section of the kitchen.
- Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen team.
- Clean and maintain your workstation, handling leftover food appropriately.
Who You Are:
- A culinary professional with experience as a Chef or in a similar role.
- Passionate about British cuisine, local produce, and innovative cooking techniques.
- A team player who thrives in a dynamic environment.
- Creative, detail-focused, and committed to exceeding guest expectations.
- Holder of relevant culinary qualifications or equivalent experience.
We are passionate about celebrating the rich culinary heritage of our region and delivering an extraordinary dining experience. If this resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you!
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 DOE
- Excellent Tips
- Performance Bonuses
- Uniforms
- Free meals during shifts
- Great benefits including advanced training and development
- 4-day work week with 3 consecutive days off
Ready to Craft Culinary Magic? Apply Today!
The client is an equal opportunities employer.