Head Chef

Head Chef - Jarrolds Letheringsett

We are seeking a passionate and creative Head Chef to lead the kitchen at Jarrolds Letheringsett, a growing and exciting food led business with a focus on seasonal, local ingredients and high quality dishes.

This is a unique opportunity for a chef who thrives on menu development and enjoys collaborating closely with our onsite butcher to create exceptional menus and daily specials that celebrate the best of the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the kitchen, including menu creation, specials, and recipe development with a focus on local, seasonal produce.
• Work alongside our in house butcher, deli team, retail manager and general manager, to develop innovative dishes that highlight quality meats and local suppliers.
• Lead and manage a small, dedicated kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and cleanliness.
• Deliver consistently excellent food with an emphasis on fresh, made from scratch dishes.
• Maintain efficient kitchen operations, including ordering, stock control, costings, and compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Develop and implement processes that enhance kitchen efficiency and sustainability.
• Work closely with the wider management team to drive the business forward.

What We Offer

• A rare chance to work in a growing business with the Jarrolds brand with strong support and a clear vision for the future.
• Creative freedom to write and evolve menus.
• The chance to shape the food offering and make your mark on an exciting venue.
• Primarily daytime hours with evening work in line with any events or opportunity to grow.
• Generous colleague discount, free car parking, contributory pension scheme, wellbeing assistance, cycle to work scheme and on going training and development.

About You

• A passionate and experienced chef with a love for fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced food.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a hands on approach.
• A creative thinker who enjoys developing new dishes and adapting to customer preferences and seasons.
• Organised, efficient, and financially aware, with a strong understanding of kitchen operations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.