Job Description

Head Chef

• \xc2\xa332,500 per year
• End of year bonus based on company goals plus weekly paid tips up to \xc2\xa39,400 per year
• Flexible work patterns - great work life balance
• A Top 100 Best Companies to work for

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team at our lovely Rick Stein\'s Cafe on Middle Street, Padstow.

We see ourselves as being in the \'cheering up industry\' trying to make people smile with great food, drink and experiences. As we are in the Top 25 Best Hospitality Companies to Work For, we think we are pretty good at making our team smile too. We believe in supporting our teams and embracing diversity and as such are a Disability Confident Committed Employer.

Family is the foundation of our business, and we understand the importance of work/life balance and flexibility

What you\'ll be getting up to:

• Delivering Rick\'s vision for fresh fish, simply cooked
• Leading the kitchen team to deliver a quality experience for our guests
• Developing, training and inspiring your kitchen team to continuously improve
• Working alongside the restaurant manager to find ways to make your guests and staff smile
• Working with our Group Executive Chef and Rick & Jack Stein to develop seasonal menus
• Planning rotas, events and holidays to ensure the smooth running of your restaurant
• Controlling the kitchen from a financial and quality driven perspective

Check us out!

Want to know what it\'s like to work here?

Check out our \'Life at Steins\' media channels.

Instagram: @lifeatsteins_
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What you\'ll bring to the role

This is a great opportunity for Sous Chef to progress, or for a current Head Chef. We\'re looking for someone who has worked in restaurants or pubs that puts their heart and loyalty into a role. You\'ll be aware of guest needs and know how to make them smile, as well being able to effectively lead, inspire and develop a team.

How we make you smile

• Staff discounts. You\'ll get 50% off in our restaurants, 20% in our shops and online and discounted hotel stays and cookery courses.
• Brilliant tips. On top of your salary you\'ll earn tips These are paid weekly into your bank, aren\'t subject to NI deductions and you\'ll even get tips when you\'re on holiday!
• Social events. You\'ll get the chance to meet Rick and the family at social events and parties.
• Holiday. You\'ll get 28 days paid holiday every year which increases after 2 years
• Free meal for two. After one year with us, you\'ll get a complimentary 3 course meal for two people in one of our restaurants every year.
• Plenty of food. We provide great quality meals whilst on duty, the chance to taste all our dishes as well drinks and snacks whilst you\'re on a break.
• Staff surprises. We like to make you smile, so there\'ll be little treats from us throughout the year.
• Holiday. You\'ll get 28 days paid holiday every year which start to increase after 2 years
• Wellbeing support. You\xe2\x80\x99re able to access all of Hospitality Action\xe2\x80\x99s Employee Assistance Programme services for free at any time, such as a 24-hour phone line and help sheets.
• Recommend a friend bonus. If you successfully recommend us a new employee, you\xe2\x80\x99ll receive a bonus from us as a thank you.
• Pension scheme. To help save for your future, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be automatically enrolled in our pension scheme after your first 3 months.

Our Values

Hospitality is from our hearts

We:

• Make people feel welcome.
• Love to delight and create memories.
• Have a genuine interest in people.
• Are kind, caring and compassionate.

Enjoy learning & improving

We:

• Are curious and welcome feedback with an open mind.
• Encourage improvements, small or large.
• See mistakes as opportunities to learn.
• Invest in our professional growth.

Right thing, right way

We:

• Consciously put safety first.
• Are open and transparent in our communication.
• Speak up if something doesn\xe2\x80\x99t feel right.
• Nurture our business, communities and planet.

Bring out the best in each other

We:

• Listen and observe to understand and empathise.
• Encourage, support and celebrate each other.
• Create opportunities for people to thrive.
• Share our different perspectives.

Show great team spirit

We:

• Bring positive energy to our teams and across the business.
• Each do our part with humility.
• Build trusting relationships.
• Share our ideas and appreciate those of others.

Say hello

If you are an experienced Head Chef looking to develop your career, we\'d love to hear from you - to apply, please email your CV to fcoyle[at]rickstein.com or click apply to submit a quick application

Please let us know if you require any assistance or any reasonable adjustments at any point.

About Company: Rick Stein\xe2\x80\x99s Caf\xc3\xa9 was opened in 1994 by Rick Stein and Jill Stein. Guests can enjoy a mid-morning treat with cakes and freshly ground coffee. Our Caf\xc3\xa9 also offers lunch and dinner options with influences from afar including dishes such as pad Thai noodles, salt and pepper prawns and cod curry.

Rick Stein Group