Head Chef

Where: Spinner's Rest, 17 Bengal St, Ancoats, Manchester, M4 6AQ

Craving a career where each day brings a fresh and exciting challenge? Are you passionate about food quality? Well, look no further, because the Spinner’s Rest has an incredible opportunity waiting for you!

We’re on the lookout for a dynamic Head Chef at the Spinner’s Rest, Ancoats, and this is not your ordinary pub food gig. With a legacy of over 175 years in brewing, Joseph Holt are experts in making the perfect pint. Now, we’re seeking an enthusiastic Head Chef to ensure our food reaches the same quality as our renowned beer at out brand new City Centre pub.

As well as cooking our menu, as Head Chef you will run your own kitchen team, manage your own stocks, and ensure the kitchen is kept to the best hygiene standards.

Discover the benefits of joining our team:

  • Contribute to shaping our menus
  • 50% off meals on shift
  • Enjoy exclusive discounts with our Discount Card
  • Voucher booklets containing freebies and money off deals
  • Regular incentives and rewards
  • Participate in regular company-wide rewards and celebrations
  • Seize the opportunity to get paid while earning a qualification
  • Have your voice heard—share your ideas with our food development team in a company that values your opinions
  • Access the Employee Assistance Programme
  • Paid training opportunities
  • Rewards for long service

Interested? Here’s what we need from you:

  • Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef
  • Passion for delivering exceptional food quality, and cooking to our spec every time
  • Strong Leadership and Communications skills to motivate your team
  • Knowledge on minimising waste and controlling stock
  • Strict adherence to food hygiene and Health and Safety regulations
  • Experience in cooking dishes from scratch
  • 40 hours per week

So, who are we?

Joseph Holt is an independent, six-generation family-owned company, with an ever-expanding Pub Estate in Greater Manchester, Cheshire, and Lancashire. Our 127 pubs include traditional community pubs, food houses, and some even have accommodation. Since 1849 we have been brewing a wide range of award-winning beers in our Manchester brewery. In the last 10 years alone, we have won 4 Gold Awards at the International Brewing Awards and are one of only three breweries in the world to do this. We also boast an ever-expanding Free Trade where we sell our beer all across the country from supermarkets to sports clubs. Alongside this we have a strong focus on charity and are currently supporting six local foodbanks and food clubs.

How to Apply

To apply please send a copy of your CV to [email protected] or call Danny on 07436060760.

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