About the Role
We currently have a fantastic opportunity within a genuine unique, ambitious and passionate group for a Senior Operations Chef, a role that sits right at the heart of our award-winning kitchens and is designed for ambitious chefs who want to grow, lead, and make an impact.
The successful candidate will oversee four of our unique venues. Each site has its own distinct offer, but all run to the same high-performing BOH systems and policies that ensure consistency and excellence across the group.
The structure is designed to empower and support our teams:
A Senior Operations Chef leads four sites.
Two Operations Chefs support them, each with two sites.
Every site has a dedicated Head Chef.
This means each venue benefits from three senior chefs driving the same goals: GP%, NPS, Labour Control, Food Safety Audits, and above all, developing and inspiring the people in their kitchens.
Being comfortable with systems ,in house or external, for rotas, food costs recipes etc will be a big advantage - but this isn't a table and analysis role - its hands on, overseeing, training and operational role for sure!
Smallest team of 12, largest team of 24 in your region. Its about volume and freshness in house controls and support.
Why Join?
Being a chef with us is more than just a job, it’s joining a forward-thinking hospitality group that truly invests in its people. We pride ourselves on consistency, creativity, and culture. Additional Perks include;
Meals on shift from our constantly evolving staff menu.
50% off food & soft drinks across all restaurants (post-probation).
Freshly ground coffees and cordials on shift.
Vitality private health cover.
People’s Pension scheme.
Passionate Posts Prizes
EV scheme (Optional)
Plus much more.
Healthy package including TIPJAR uplift, as well as £8k annual bonus, putting this at around £60k OTE!!
Requirements
Ability to commute/relocate:
Staffordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
** There is no opportunity of live in accommodation for this role
** Travel is expected across your region
Experience:
Min 7 years of culinary experience, min 1 years as Head chef
Regional experience will be required also
Casual dining, but hands on fresh produce and butchery prep is required
Use of software/systems and analysis - its not just cooking
Passion for teamwork, communication, training and coaching
Licence/Certification:
Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (required)
H&S level 2 (required)
Allergen awareness training (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
The Chef Hub is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these factors.
We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, please contact us directly, should you have any further questions, please ask
Eligibility to Work in the UK
At The Chef Hub, we are committed to ensuring all our team members have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. As part of our recruitment process, all applicants must provide valid documentation demonstrating their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with current Home Office regulations. This may include, but is not limited to, a British or Irish passport, settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, or a valid visa that permits work in the UK.
£42,000 to £45,000 - OTE £60,000!